Griswold, CT (January 29, 2026) – A multi-vehicle collision Thursday evening on northbound Interstate 395 in Griswold led to two individuals being transported for medical care and temporarily closed the highway near Exit 21, according to emergency dispatch updates.
Crews from the Griswold Fire Department, American Ambulance, and Connecticut State Police were first dispatched following multiple 911 reports indicating a crash involving up to five vehicles, one of which had reportedly overturned with a driver possibly trapped. In response to the severity of initial reports, QV Dispatch also activated mutual aid from Jewett City, Lisbon, and Occum fire departments.
Upon arrival, first responders located a three-vehicle accident with no entrapment. Firefighters began evaluating six individuals at the scene. While four people refused transport, two patients were taken to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. Occum units were requested to close the northbound lanes at Exit 21 (Route 12 & Lisbon Landing) to allow safe operations and scene management.
Emergency crews remained on-site to clear debris and coordinate vehicle removal while continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash.
We extend our well wishes to those recovering from injuries and thank the many responding departments for their swift and coordinated response to this significant incident.
