Crime & Safety
Ellington High School Student Dies In Car Accident
The female student died Saturday night, according to school officials.
ELLINGTON, CT — An Ellington High School student died in a car accident Saturday night, according to school officials.
The student was identified as Olivia Wentworth, Superintendent of Schools Scott Nicol said in a message to the community.
The school will be open on Monday at 8:30 a.m. for students who wish to support each other. School counselors will also be on hand.
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"Our collective prayers and thoughts go out to Olivia's family and loved ones," Nicol said.
Tragic loss, EHS student Olivia Wentworth passes away, EHS open Monday, 8:30 am w/counselors @StudentsEHS @WursthornEhs
— Dr. Scott Nicol (@SuperNicol) July 23, 2017
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