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NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTIC Radio) - New Haven Police release the name of the man struck and killed in an early Sunday morning hit-and-run accident.
Officers responded to the intersection of Ella T. Grasso Boulevard and Washington Avenue around 1:28 a.m. Sunday, where they say Dennis Eaton, 70, of New Haven, was struck by a vehicle that fled the area.
Eaton was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police believe a dark colored vehicle struck him before leaving the scene of the crash.
New Haven investigators are talking with witnesses, and they're also reviewing area surveillance footage in their investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact (203) 946-6304 or by calling the department's anonymous tip line (866) 888-TIPS (8477).



