Connecticut state representative Quentin Williams, 39, and wrong-way driver Kimede Mustafaj, 27, killed in crash on Route 9 in Cromwell, Connecticut

Modified Date: 
Wed, 05/10/2023 - 9:41am
Accident Date: 
Thursday, January 5, 2023

Two Killed In Wrong-Way Crash On Busy CT Highway

According to the State Police, a vehicle was driving in the left lane of Route 9 South near the Exit 18 off-ramp when it was struck by a wrong-way driver head-on.

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According to the State Police, a vehicle was driving in the left lane of Route 9 South near the Exit 18 off-ramp when it was struck by a wrong-way driver head-on.

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The wrong-way driver was also pronounced dead at the scene, police said. The driver was identified by police as Kimede Mustafaj, 27, of Manchester, Connecticut.

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Type: Car Accident
People Involved: 
Quentin Williams
Kimede Mustafaj
Roadway: 
Route 9