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Police Name Jesus Gavidia-Vivas Suspect in Waterbury Fatal Hit-and-Run

Detectives request tips to help locate the 24-year-old Waterbury resident.

Overview

  • Investigators allege 24-year-old Jesus Gavidia-Vivas was driving the vehicle that struck a pedestrian on Oct. 22 around 10:19 p.m. near 835 Wolcott Street.
  • The 74-year-old man was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries and died on Oct. 23, according to police.
  • Waterbury police say they are actively searching for Gavidia-Vivas in connection with the collision.
  • Authorities have identified him as the suspected driver but report that no charges have been filed at this time.
  • The Crash Reconstruction Unit leads the investigation, and tips can be directed to 203-346-3975 or the anonymous Crime Stoppers line at 203-755-1234.