Torrington, CT – Pedestrian Accident Involving Children on Prospect St

May 14, 2021

Torrington, CT (May 14, 2021) – On Thursday night, May 13, a pedestrian accident involving children occurred on a roadway in Torrington.

According to police, a 9-year-old and a 13-year-old were playing outside. The two boys were riding a scooter and a skateboard when they crossed Prospect Street. A vehicle traveling in the area struck the two boys around 9 p.m.

Paramedics and numerous other local responders were dispatched to the scene. The two brothers were flown to an area hospital for treatment of serious injuries. They have since been released from the hospital.

The area was blocked for a period of time as police cleared the scene.

No further details have been released but the investigation continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Connecticut 

5/14 Torrington, CT – Pedestrian Accident Involving Children on Prospect St Pedestrians are the most vulnerable parties on our roads due to the fact that they have no protection from harm in the event of an accident. In just one recent year’s time, it is estimated that approximately 61 lives were lost due to pedestrian accidents and many other victims were seriously injured. Children are some of the most at-risk parties on our roads due to the fact that they are not always watching out for their own safety. If you have been injured in a pedestrian accident, you have many options moving forward.

The aftermath of a Connecticut pedestrian accident might be one of the most challenging things that you have ever endured. As you work on your physical recovery caused by serious injuries, you may wonder how you will keep up with the extensive bills that pile up against you. Suffering these enormous damages can leave you with a variety of questions that you cannot answer on your own. It is crucial that you have a skilled and dedicated attorney on your side. See our proven track record of success representing those injured in pedestrian accidents at www.mchamberslaw.com.

At the Law Office of Michael L. Chambers, Jr., our attorneys have dedicated our lives to helping those injured in pedestrian accidents. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to the outright reckless acts of another party. Our attorneys will stand by your side and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve after an accident. We are here for you every step of the way. Please contact an accident attorney in Connecticut at (860) 231-9535 for the help you deserve.

Note: The Law Office of Michael L. Chambers, Jr. uses outside sources in the creation of these accident news posts. These independent sources include news broadcasts and news stories, local and state police accident reports, social media platforms, and eyewitness accounts regarding serious accidents that occur in and around Connecticut.  Our team of writers has not independently verified the specific details surrounding this accident, therefore, if you locate any information that is inaccurate, please notify us immediately and we will make the correction to reflect the most accurate information available as soon as possible.  

Disclaimer: Attorney Michael L. Chambers, Jr. has been in private practice for more than twenty years, and he and his team have taken pride in serving his community. The goal in writing these posts is to bring awareness to the dangers associated with driving and operating various motor vehicles in Connecticut in hopes that drivers will slow down and use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid being involved in a serious accident. None of the information provided in this post should be considered legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post is not representative of the actual accident scene.

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