74-Year-Old Stamford Resident Marie Jean-Charles Fatally Struck by Hit-and-Run Driver on West Main Street

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Elderly Stamford Resident Tragically Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident

In a tragic incident that unfolded on Tuesday morning, a 74-year-old resident of Stamford lost her life after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while crossing West Main Street. The devastating incident occurred at approximately 6:15 a.m. at the intersection with Alvord Lane, sending shockwaves through the local community and prompting a swift response from law enforcement authorities.

According to Sgt. Jeffrey Booth of the Stamford Police Department, the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run initially fled the scene but was later apprehended by authorities on Tuesday night. The vehicle, believed to have been traveling at a high rate of speed, was heading east on West Main Street when it collided with the victim, identified as 74-year-old Marie Jean-Charles. It is important to note that Jean-Charles was not in the designated crosswalk at the time of the tragic collision.

Despite the efforts of emergency responders, Jean-Charles was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving the community in deep shock and mourning. The Stamford Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Squad was swiftly assigned to investigate the crash, working tirelessly to piece together the details surrounding this heart-wrenching incident.

Sgt. Booth expressed gratitude for the assistance provided by the community in identifying the suspect vehicle. Numerous Stamford citizens called in with valuable information, aiding investigators in determining the make, model, and year of the red sedan involved in the hit-and-run. However, at present, no description is available for the driver.

In response to the crash, authorities temporarily closed Route 1 between Whitmore Lane and Harvard Avenue on Tuesday morning. The closure was necessary to facilitate a thorough investigation and clear the scene. Normal traffic flow was restored at approximately 11 a.m.

The investigation into this tragic incident remains ongoing, and the Stamford Police Department urges anyone with further information to come forward. The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Squad can be reached at 203-977-4712 for those who may have witnessed the crash or possess details about the suspect driver.

This devastating event serves as a harsh reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution at all times. The loss of a beloved community member has sent shockwaves through Stamford, and the community mourns the loss of Marie Jean-Charles. As the investigation continues, authorities hope to bring the perpetrator of this heinous crime to justice.

Reference: Stamford Advocate.