3 Seriously Hurt, 3 Others Injured in Crash on Merritt Parkway in Westport

Six people were hurt in an accident involving two cars and a tow truck Sunday in Westport.

The Westport fire department said the crash happened on the Merritt Parkway northbound between exits 41 and 42 around 7:42 p.m. When firefighters arrived they found three people seriously injured and three others with non-life threatening injuries. All of the injured were outside the vehicles.

The victims were taken to Norwalk Hospital for treatment. There was no immediate word on their identities or conditions.

The highway was closed for about an hour while crews worked to clear up the crash.

The Westport Fire Department issued a reminder to wear seat belts.

Connecticut State Police are investigating the crash.

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