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Driver Killed in Norwich Car Accident

Connecticut State Police identified the driver as Scott McQuiston, 55, of Webster, who died in a crash on I-395 North near the Maplewood Cemetery overpass.

Norwich, ConnecticutPublished 1 min read

Scott McQuiston, 55, of Webster, was killed in a single-vehicle car crash on I-395 North in Norwich on November 7, according to state police.

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The Early Morning Crash Near Norwich

State police responded to the area near the Maplewood Cemetery overpass at about 12:48 a.m. Police said the vehicle was heading north when it left the roadway and moved onto the right shoulder. According to police, it hit several signposts and two light poles and then overturned. Police said it ended up on its roof, blocking part of the right lane and the shoulder. Police said crews found McQuiston unresponsive inside, and he was taken to Backus Hospital. He was pronounced dead there later.

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Where the State Police Inquiry Stands

State police said the driver's next of kin have been notified. Police have not announced any charges and said no further details were available.

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  1. Death certificates. The funeral home or the family can order them, and banks and insurers each usually want a copy.

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  4. Survivor payments. If the person who died had worked, their spouse or children may get monthly Social Security payments. Applying early matters.

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