32-year-old man killed in Farmington motorcycle crash

Police say the road was closed for several hours, and a regional accident reconstruction squad is investigating the crash.

FARMINGTON, CT - October 31, 2026

A 32-year-old motorcyclist, identified by police as Tyler Baker, died after a crash on Colt Highway in Farmington, Connecticut. According to police, the crash happened on Friday at around 4:14 p.m.

• Date: Friday (first reported October 31, 2026)
• Location: Colt Highway, Farmington, Connecticut
• Type of crash: Motorcycle crash
• Vehicles involved: Motorcycle
• Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality
• Responding agencies: Farmington Police Department; North Central Regional Accident Reconstruction Squad
• Reported by: WFSB

Police reported that the crash took place on Friday at around 4:14 p.m. on Colt Highway in Farmington. The rider, Tyler Baker, was taken to a hospital for treatment, where he later died.

Police closed the road in the area for several hours while crews worked at the scene.

The cause of the crash has not yet been determined. Few other details have been reported.

The only person identified in reporting is the motorcyclist, Tyler Baker, who was 32 years old and from Windsor Locks. He died after being taken to a hospital.

The North Central Regional Accident Reconstruction Squad is investigating the crash. No contributing factors, citations, charges or arrests have been reported.

Police closed Colt Highway in the area of the crash for several hours. Reporting did not include a reopening time.

If you were involved in a crash, these general steps may help:

1. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine.
2. Document the scene with photos or video if it is safe to do so.
3. Exchange information with the other drivers and note any witnesses.
4. Request the official crash report from the law enforcement agency that responded.
5. Notify your insurer as soon as reasonably possible.
6. Consider speaking with a qualified attorney if you were injured or face significant losses.