Robert Richardson dies in fatal Waterbury car crash
Fatal Waterbury car crash death of Robert Richardson
Waterbury authorities confirmed the identity of a pedestrian killed in a city hit-and-run collision and stated their active search for the responsible party continues. Waterbury police sergeant Joseph Morais identified the deceased individual as Robert Richardson, a local city resident.
Further details released by law enforcement indicate the incident occurred on the 22nd of October at approximately 10:20 p.m. Waterbury dispatch received a report concerning a person involved in a vehicular accident. Upon their arrival at the Wolcott Road location, specifically the 800 block, responders determined it was a hit-and-run situation. Mr. Richardson was transported to a regional medical facility following the collision, where healthcare providers addressed his severe injuries.
Despite receiving critical care, Mr. Richardson’s condition did not improve and he ultimately succumbed to his wounds the subsequent day, according to police statements. The individual of interest, identified as 24-year-old Jesus Gavidia-Vivas, remains a person of concern for this offense, and law enforcement continues their search.
