2 Brooklyn residents ID'ed in deadly Connecticut crash off I-95 exit ramp
Police say 54-year-old Jeffrey Stein and 43-year-old Jessica Stein were in a 2019 Mazda CX-9 that was traveling northbound on I-95 when it suddenly crossed all lanes of traffic, left the roadway, and entered a grassy area near the exit ramp.
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Two Brooklyn residents were killed in a single-car crash on Interstate 95 in Stratford, Connecticut, on Saturday morning, according to state police.
Connecticut State Police identified the victims as 54-year-old Jeffrey Stein and 43-year-old Jessica Stein, both of Brooklyn.
Investigators said the pair were traveling northbound in a 2019 Mazda CX-9 around 10:15 a.m. near Exit 32 when the SUV crossed all three lanes of traffic, went off the roadway and entered a grassy area.
Police said the vehicle struck a traffic sign support and a tree before coming to a stop.
Jeffrey Stein and Jessica Stein were pronounced dead at the scene.
The crash has renewed concerns about safety along the heavily traveled highway.
Those who spoke with News 12 in Stratford called for an increased state police presence on highways and urged drivers to stay alert and avoid distractions.
Authorities say both victims’ families have been notified.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information is asked to contact Connecticut State Police Troop G at 203-696-2500.
