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Seven-Car Pileup Shuts Down I-91 | Hartford News

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Hartford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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Aug 1, 2026
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Summary

A massive seven-vehicle pile-up erupted Friday night on I-91 northbound in Meriden after a box truck rear-ended a Volvo, triggering a chain reaction that shut down the highway for over seven hours. The Volvo driver suffered serious injuries, while others escaped with minor scrapes and were treated at local hospitals. Emergency crews worked tirelessly to clear the scene, and state police are now investigating how this chaotic crash unfolded — a sobering reminder of how one moment can spiral into widespread disruption. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/fc58329626513ec3