Connecticut state police are investigating after what fire officials describe as a deadly motorcycle crash on Route 8 in Shelton.
Authorities responded to Route 8 northbound between exits 13 and 14 for a motor vehicle accident involving one or more motorcycles. The accident happened at approximately 6:35 p.m.
The Shelton Fire Department said that when they arrived at the scene, the person was pronounced dead at the scene.
Troop I Bethany responded to the crash and they say Route 8 is closed in the area of the accident. Fire officials said they're assisting state police with closing the exit 13 entry ramp.
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Anyone traveling in or around the area is asked use alternate routes. The accident remains under investigation.
