DURHAM, Middlesex County, Conn., Oct. 25, 2026 — A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Saturday afternoon, October 24, near Madison Road and Old Blue Hills Road in Durham, according to emergency scanner traffic. The victim was airlifted to Yale New Haven Hospital in critical condition.
Emergency crews responded to the intersection and found the pedestrian showing agonal breathing, a sign of severe medical distress, according to the report. A life star helicopter was requested and a landing zone was set up at the Durham firehouse to speed the transfer.
Life star crew members took the patient from the scene directly to Yale New Haven Hospital, where the person remained in critical condition as of the initial report. The vehicle's driver and the pedestrian's name, age and gender have not been released.
The crash remains under investigation. No further details on the circumstances, including what led up to the collision, were available at the time of this report.
We wish the victim a full and speedy recovery
More on Crashes in Durham, CT
This pedestrian crash happened at Madison Road and Old Blue Hills Road in Durham, Connecticut. We cover crashes across Middlesex County as they're reported, and you can browse the latest in our Middlesex County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many pedestrian crashes occur at or near intersections and crosswalks, often where visibility is limited or where vehicles are turning.
Are pedestrian accidents more common at night?
Low light does raise risk, but serious pedestrian crashes also happen in daylight, as in this case, especially on roads with higher speeds or limited crosswalk infrastructure.
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way in a marked or unmarked crosswalk, but drivers and walkers both share responsibility for watching for each other, especially where sightlines are poor.
What to Do After a Pedestrian Accident in Durham, CT
Anyone involved in or who witnesses a pedestrian crash should call 911 right away and stay back from traffic until help arrives. If you were the pedestrian and are able, try not to move until paramedics assess you, since some injuries aren't obvious right after impact. Get a full medical evaluation even if you feel okay, and keep records of any treatment. If you saw what happened, write down details while they're fresh, including where vehicles and the pedestrian were positioned, since that information can matter later. Reach out to the Durham Police Department or Connecticut State Police if you have information relevant to the investigation.
