GRISWOLD, Conn. — Route 138 is closed Monday morning after a serious crash.
Officials are investigating after a car crashed into a pole in the area of Cook Hill Road in Griswold.
According to State Police, the vehicle drifted off the right shoulder of Route 138, striking a utility pole, traffic sign, and thick brush.
Three people were in the car at the time of the crash, officials said.
The front seat passenger, later identified as 22-year-old Kevin Bellisle of Jewett City, died from his injuries.
The driver and a second passenger also sustained injuries. Both were transported to area hospitals. Their conditions are unknown at this time.
Officials say the area will be closed for the next couple hours.
Anyone with information regarding this accident is asked to contact Trooper Miller #661 at Troop E of Montville, 860-848-6500.
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