Fatal Accident Closes Route 1 North Of Milford

Just after 12:10 Wednesday afternoon rescue crews responded to the 1500 block of Bay Road north of Milford, for an accident

Initial reports from the scene indicate that the crash, which is a fatal crash, involved a pumper truck and a lawnmower. The reports also indicate that one person was killed and another badly injured.

In response to this situation, HAZMAT crews were also dispatched to the scene.

Route 1 is closed in both directions while police investigate and clear the accident.

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