The other driver, who suffered minor injuries, was taken to Yale New Haven Hospital, according to state police.
ORANGE, CT - November 1, 2026
Dylan Barthell, 38, of East Hampton, died in a crash on Route 15 South in Orange on Halloween, NBC Connecticut reported. The crash involved two vehicles, and the other driver was hurt.
Key Facts
- Date: Halloween (reported November 1, 2026)
- Location: Route 15 South in Orange, near exit 42B
- Type of crash: Two-vehicle collision followed by a roadway departure, with the vehicles striking a guardrail and a gantry sign post
- Vehicles involved: Two vehicles
- Injuries / fatalities: One fatality; the other driver had minor injuries
- Responding agencies: Connecticut State Police
- Reported by: NBC Connecticut
Crash Overview
State police said Barthell was traveling in the left lane near exit 42B at about 4:15 p.m. when his vehicle moved into the right lane and collided with another vehicle.
Troopers said both vehicles then left the roadway and struck a metal guardrail. Barthell's vehicle reportedly also hit a gantry sign post.
Barthell was declared dead at the scene. The driver of the other vehicle was taken to Yale New Haven Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. According to NBC Connecticut, the crash remains under investigation, and the reports do not describe a cause or any allegations.
People Involved
- Dylan Barthell, 38, of East Hampton, was the driver of one vehicle and died at the scene.
- The other driver was taken to Yale New Haven Hospital with minor injuries.
If You Were Involved
If you were involved in a crash, consider these general steps:
- Seek medical attention even if you feel fine.
- Document the scene with photos or video if it is safe to do so.
- Exchange information with the other drivers and note any witnesses.
- Request the official crash report from the law enforcement agency that responded.
- Notify your insurer as soon as reasonably possible.
- Consider speaking with a qualified attorney if you were injured or face significant losses.