Two Transported After Van Hits Tree on Route 8 in Derby

Two people were transported to the hospital after a van hit a tree along Route 8 North in Derby Wednesday morning.

A Facebook post from Storm Engine Co./Ambulance Corps Co. 2 says a 15-passenger van hit a tree exits 17 and 18 just before 10 a.m.

Ten people were in the van, six got out on their own and four had to be extricated, according to Storm Engine Co./Ambulance Corps Co. 2.

State police said two people were transported to the hospital and their injuries do not appear to be serious.

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