Crime & Safety

Motorcyclist Injured In New Milford Crash: Police

The accident remains under investigation, according to police.

NEW MILFORD, CT — A motorcyclist suffered serious injuries Monday after crashing on Kent Road, according to police.

The one-vehicle accident happened around 7:37 p.m.

Police said the 27-year-old was operating the motorcycle on Kent Road, or Route 7, in the area of Grove Road when he failed to negotiate a corner and lost control.

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He went over a guardrail and down an embankment, according to police Lt. Michael Lafond.

He was transported via ambulance to an area hospital for what police described as “serious” injuries.

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The New Milford Police Crash Reconstruction Team was called to assist with the Investigation, which is ongoing.

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