HARTFORD, Conn. — Hartford police said someone reported a stabbing Saturday evening. Police went to that location but could not locate the victim.
A short time later they received the report of a crash involving several cars.
Hartford fire officials say companies responded to a report of a multi-car motor vehicle accident with injuries on Collins Street shortly before 10 p.m. Upon arrival they found five vehicles involved, 3 of which were parked.
Because there were reports of a gun involved, fire companies staged at the scene until it was declared safe by Hartford Police. Extrication was required and started at 9:51 and completed within 5 minutes at 9:56 p.m. Three ambulances were requested to the scene and a total of three people were transported.
One person was extricated & unconscious but breathing at the time of transport. Another person was reportedly stabbed and also transported to the Hospital.
Collins Street was shut down between Garden & Sumner for extensive vehicle accident cleanup.