2 Killed in Cheshire Car Accident
Police said driver James Zabel, 43, of Meriden, and passenger John D'Aniello, 42, of Waterbury, were killed in a single-vehicle crash on Waterbury Road on Sunday night.
Andrew FinkelsteinTwo people were killed in a car crash on Waterbury Road in Cheshire on Nov. 1, according to Cheshire police.
How the Waterbury Road Crash Unfolded
Police said emergency crews responded to the single-vehicle crash at about 10:43 p.m., in the area of Rita Avenue. Police said the 1978 Chevrolet Camaro struck a tree and caught fire. Two occupants were pulled from the car and taken to a hospital, where police said both were later pronounced dead. Police identified the driver as James Zabel, 43, of Meriden, and the passenger as John D'Aniello, 42, of Waterbury.
Where the Cheshire Police Investigation Stands
Cheshire police said their traffic division is looking into the crash along with the Naugatuck Valley Crash Investigation Team. Police asked anyone with information to contact Cheshire Police Officer Kristian Johnson. No charges have been announced.
Witnesses can still make a difference days after a crash. Police often keep asking the public to come forward with anything they saw.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Lost someone in a crash like this?
Here is what families in Connecticut usually need, in the order it comes up.
Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Funeral costs. Every state has a victim fund that pays funeral costs after some crashes, and the fund decides who qualifies.
Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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