Josue Saint-Fleur killed in hit-and-run crash on Albany Avenue

Eastbound vehicle strikes pedestrian before westbound vehicle hits him

December 20, 2025 | Hartford, CT

Josue Saint-Fleur, 53, from Bridgeport, lost his life after being struck by two vehicles while crossing Albany Avenue in Hartford.

Josue Saint-Fleur, 53, of Bridgeport, died from injuries after an eastbound vehicle and then a westbound vehicle struck him while crossing Albany Avenue in Hartford.

What Happened in the Crash?

Authorities report that the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 20. An eastbound vehicle first hit Saint-Fleur, who was then struck by a westbound vehicle whose driver fled the scene. The eastbound driver stayed and cooperated with investigators.

• Victim: Josue Saint-Fleur, 53, of Bridgeport
• Location: Albany Avenue, Hartford, CT
• Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 20, 2025
• Vehicles Involved: One eastbound, remained, and one westbound, hit-and-run
• Outcome: Saint-Fleur was transported to the hospital, where he succumbed to injuries
• Investigation Status: Fleeing driver located, and charges pending

Saint-Fleur was quickly taken to a nearby medical facility but did not survive his injuries.

Why Do Hit-and-Run Accidents Occur?

Hit-and-run incidents represent a serious issue on roadways. Data shows that about 11 percent of crashes involve drivers who leave the scene.

According to the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), Connecticut saw an estimated 60 pedestrian fatalities in 2024, up roughly 20 percent from the year before.

These figures highlight the growing risks for pedestrians and the need for thorough investigations.

Legal Insights

Newsline's national legal analyst, Andrew G. Finkelstein, managing partner at Jacoby & Meyers Law Offices, emphasizes the importance of professional handling in such cases.

“It becomes essential to reconstruct the accident to identify all the parties involved and determine the circumstances that led to the accident,” Finkelstein stated. “Insurance companies are never on the side of a victim injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident.”

Key takeaways from the analysis:

• Competent legal representation can help secure up to three and a half times more compensation, per the Insurance Research Institute.
• In cases such as this, families may pursue wrongful death claims for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
• Avoid direct statements to insurance companies, as they often aim to minimize payouts.
• Hiring an experienced attorney ensures protection against tactics that shift blame.

“People who get into accidents such as this suffer unimaginable consequences in the form of mental and physical pain, and, in cases of fatalities, the victim’s family and loved ones are left devastated,” added Finkelstein.

Pending investigation results, Saint-Fleur's family could be eligible for a wrongful death claim to address the profound effects of the tragedy.

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