GoFundMe Effort Launched To Honor Bridgeport Man Killed In Fairfield Moped Crash

FAIRFIELD, CT — A 25-year-old Bridgeport man has been identified as the victim in a fatal moped crash Saturday night in Fairfield, and a GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help pay for sending his remains to his home country of Guatemala for burial.

Juan Otilio Tista Tista was operating a moped on Post Road when the crash occurred near South Benson Road in Fairfield. The crash occurred at about 9:30 p.m., and Tista Tista was later pronounced deceased at a local hospital.

"We extend our sincere condolences to Mr. Tista Tista’s family and loved ones during this difficult time," said Fairfield Police Sgt. Jenna Wellington.

Tista Tista's brother, Mario Tista Tista, launched the GoFundMe effort to raise $7,000 to help pay to relocate Juan Otilio back to Guatemala.

The driver of the vehicle that struck Tista Tista fled the scene after the crash, but was later found. That individual's identity has not yet been released.

"At this time, the crash remains under investigation," Wellington said. "We are working closely with the State’s Attorney’s Office and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner to ensure a thorough and accurate review of the incident."

Wellington added, "We understand our community wants answers, and we appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding as we complete the investigation with the care and diligence it deserves."

To view the GoFundMe campaign on behalf of Juan Otilio Tista Tista, click here.