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Moped Rider Dies After West Haven Crash Involving Minivan

Police say a preliminary review found the van turned left through a red light.

Overview

  • The victim was a 24-year-old man from New Haven, and his name has not been released.
  • The collision happened Oct. 21 shortly after 5 p.m. at Forest Road and Derby Avenue in West Haven.
  • A passerby performed CPR at the scene before the rider was taken to a hospital with serious head injuries.
  • The driver of the minivan remained at the scene following the crash.
  • West Haven police said Monday morning that the rider died from his injuries, and the investigation remains open.