In Waterbury, a tragic accident occurred when a car crashed into Hernandez Market, leading to the deaths of four individuals. The incident took place on Cherry Street near Maple Avenue around 12:47 a.m. on Thursday morning.
The car smashed into the front of the market, causing part of the building to collapse on top of the vehicle. It’s still unclear why the crash occurred, but police are working diligently to identify the deceased and notify their families. The vehicle does not seem to have been stolen, based on the preliminary investigation.
Cherry Street will remain closed from East Main Street to Walnut Street as authorities continue to investigate the devastating accident. Emergency crews are on-site, working to remove the car from the building. Overall, this is a tragic event that has left the community in shock and mourning.
