Stratford, CT (July 19, 2026) – A crash involving a bus and tractor-trailer caused lane closures on northbound Interstate 95 between exits 30 and 31 in Stratford on Friday morning. The collision happened shortly after 6:30 a.m. on July 17.
According to the Connecticut State Police, the crash resulted in minor injuries. Officials did not immediately release details about the type of bus involved or how many passengers may have been affected. Both vehicles were disabled after the collision and were later towed from the scene.
The right and center lanes of the three-lane highway were closed while crews worked to clear the area. The roadway was cleared around 11 a.m., and traffic resumed normal flow. Our thoughts are with everyone impacted as they recover from the incident.
What Factors Are Reviewed After Bus and Truck Crashes?
Crashes involving buses and large trucks can result from several factors related to the vehicles’ size and weight. Vehicle movement, roadway conditions, traffic patterns, and driver actions may all provide information about how the collision happened.
Reviews of these crashes may include vehicle damage, passenger conditions, and the positions of vehicles after impact. Details from the roadway and witness accounts can also help explain the events surrounding a crash involving large vehicles.
