Clinton Driver Identified In I-91 Overpass Crash

The driver of an SUV that crashed through the Bloomfield Avenue highway barrier wall and fell on I-91 has been identified, according to Windsor Police.

The driver, who remains in critical condition at Hartford Hospital, is Richard Mazzella, 46, of Clinton, police said in a statement released Tuesday afternoon. Clinton First Selectman Willie Fritz said Mazzella owns property in town.

According to the statement, Mazzella's 2012 Jeep Cherokee exited the northbound HOV land on I-91, crossed the Bloomfield Avenue intersection and collided with the overpass wall, penetrating the concrete wall.

Mazzella's vehicle then fell 25 feet, and landed on its roof, where Windsor police officers found the car on fire.

Mazzella was transported to the hospital by Windsor Volunteer Ambulance.

The accident remains under investigation, according to Windsor Police.

The department is seeking the help of anyone with information regarding what happend before Mazzella's vehicle left the highway and hit the wall. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Windsor Police Department by calling 860-688-5273.

Clinton Patch Editor's note: A Richard Mazzella, 70, also owns property in Clinton (John Street and West Main Street) and should not be confused with the R. Mazzella, 46, in this story.