Pedestrian Karina Tinajero-Arreguin, 18, killed in collision on Strawberry Hill Avenue in Stamford, Connecticut
Modified Date:
Mon, 11/21/2016 - 9:28amAccident Date:
Saturday, November 5, 2016
Stamford High School student severely injured after hit by car
The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who may have witnessed this accident is asked to call police at (203)977-4712.
High School Student Dies After Being Struck by Van in Stamford
She was transported to Stamford Hospital with severe injuries and later died, according to police. She has not been identified.
Victim in Stamford fatal identified
Forlenzo said Saturday’s fatal accident and her own incident reflect a hazardous situation near the school caused by a lack of crosswalks. Speeding also make crossing dangerous, even when pedestrians use the crosswalks properly, she said.
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Type: Pedestrian Accident
People Involved:
Karina Tinajero-Arreguin
Roadway:
Strawberry Hill AvenueCity:
Stamford, CTCounty:
Fairfield County, CTArea:
New York, NY
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