Afternoon crash results in injury and delays

September 25, 2009
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Brittany Dean, 21
100 Block of West Wind DR
Northford CT, 06472

On September 25, 2009 at approximately 2:37 PM a Toyota Camry driven by Brittany Dean was traveling south on US Route 15 in the left lane. As she approached the construction zone just south of the Bowmansdale exit, Dean attempted to move from the left lane into the right lane. Prior to entering the right lane, Dean struck an orange construction barrel in the center of the roadway. Dean then attempted to steer back into the left lane, causing the vehicle to lose control. After two attempts at gaining control, Dean’s vehicle struck the center guide rail. The impact with the guide rail caused both the driver and passenger side air bags to deploy. Dean sustained minor injuries that did not require treatment.