One person dead after tractor trailer crash in Cromwell

CROMWELL, CT (WFSB) - One person has died after a tractor trailer crash on Interstate 91 south in Cromwell.

The exit 21 ramp from I-91 south was closed because of it, according to the state Department of Transportation.

The crash involved a tractor trailer and a Toyota Prius.

The DOT closed the entire highway between exits 22N and 21 when the crash first reported around 11:30 p.m. on Monday. The travel lanes reopened during the Tuesday morning commute.

Nicholas Davidowicz of Newton, Massachusetts was driving the Prius. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

John Delisca of Miramar, Florida was driving the tractor trailer and had no injuries.

Any witnesses to the crash are asked to contact Troop H at 860-534-1098.

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