Traffic & Transit

Crash Closes Part Of Route 17 In Portland

LifeStar was called to the scene of a two-vehicle crash on Route 17, according to a report.

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PORTLAND, CT — Part of Route 17 in Portland is closed because of a two-vehicle accident. Route 17 is closed between Appletree Lane and Overlook Court, according to state transportation officials.

UPDATE: Driver Dies After Head-On Crash In Portland

WTNH News 8 reports LifeStar was called to the scene for at least one victim suffering a serious head injury.

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