PORTLAND, Connecticut — Two people are dead after a crash on Route 17 in Portland Thursday.
Officials said the call came in at 12:07 p.m. Two vehicles were involved.
Route 17 is closed between Apple Tree Lane and Paley Farms Rd.
Officials said one person died at the scene. and another victim air lifted to Hartford Hospital. They said both victims are adults.
The fire department had to put out a fire that engulfed one of the cars.
The road is expected to be closed through the afternoon. Road is expected to be closed for a few hours.
