Driver in critical condition after crashing into tree in New Haven

A driver is in critical condition after crashing into a tree in New Haven on Tuesday morning.

Officers responded to the area of Farren and Fairmont avenues at 1:46 a.m. Tuesday and they found two people in the car.

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The fire department extricated both people and they were taken to Yale New Haven Hospital.

Police said the driver is in critical condition and the passenger is in stable condition.

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Anyone who saw the crash or has information is asked to call New Haven police detectives at 203-946-6304 or the tips line, 866-888-8477.