Beth Bosco, a beloved 67-year-old resident of Hartford, Connecticut, tragically passed away late Sunday night after being struck by a vehicle while in her wheelchair.
The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. on Broad Street near the Interstate 84 overpass. The Hartford Police Department responded promptly to reports of a pedestrian being hit by a car. Upon arriving, they found Beth suffering severe injuries. Despite being rushed to Hartford Hospital for medical treatment, she sadly succumbed to her injuries.
The vehicle involved in the accident remained at the scene and is cooperating with the authorities. The Hartford Police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision. The investigation remains ongoing as officials urge anyone with additional information to contact them.
This heartbreaking event has raised concerns regarding the safety of individuals using wheelchairs in high-traffic areas. Friends and family of Beth, as well as the local community, are left mourning her untimely loss.
In an online message, local resident Mary Thompson expressed her condolences, stating, “Beth was a kind soul, and this tragedy has affected so many of us in Hartford. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.”
Details of memorial services will be shared by the family in the coming days.