East Haven Community Grieves Tragic Loss of 5-Year-old Boy

WHO:

WTNH - The East Haven community is mourning the loss of a 5-year-old boy.

NH Register - East Haven Mayor Joseph A. Carfora expressed condolences regarding the child's death.

WHAT:

WTNH - A 5-year-old boy died after being struck by a vehicle.

NH Register - Despite lifesaving efforts, the child "tragically passed away."

WHERE:

WTNH - The incident occurred on Foxon Road in East Haven, Connecticut.

WHEN:

WTNH - The boy died on a Thursday.

WHY:

NH Register - Mayor Joseph Carfora stated, "East Haven is a close community, and the loss of a child touches all of us."

HOW:

NH Register - Lifesaving efforts were attempted both on scene and at Yale New Haven Hospital.

(UPDATED September 18, 2026 22:00 UTC)

The East Haven community is mourning the tragic loss of a 5-year-old boy who died after being struck by a vehicle on Foxon Road. Despite lifesaving efforts made both at the scene and at Yale New Haven Hospital, the child sadly passed away. Mayor Joseph A. Carfora expressed his condolences, emphasizing that the loss of a child deeply affects their close-knit community.