Two Crashes Close Lanes on Both Sides of I-95 in New Haven

Officials report incidents occurred near the I-95 and I-91 merge

Jan. 30, 2026 at 9:23am

Two separate crashes on Interstate 95 in New Haven on Friday morning closed multiple lanes in both the northbound and southbound directions, according to the Connecticut Department of Transportation. The incidents occurred near the merge between I-95 and I-91, with one crash reported around 8:50 a.m. on the southbound side and another around 9:15 a.m. on the northbound side.

Why it matters

Interstate 95 is a major thoroughfare through Connecticut, and any lane closures due to crashes can lead to significant traffic delays and congestion in the area. The proximity of the two incidents to the I-95/I-91 interchange also compounds the impact, as this is a notoriously busy and complex section of highway.

The details

The southbound crash, reported at 8:50 a.m., involved two vehicles and closed the left lane. The northbound crash, reported around 9:15 a.m., also involved two vehicles and closed two lanes. Connecticut State Police responded to the northbound incident and reported suspected minor injuries, but did not immediately provide details on the southbound crash.

  • The southbound crash was reported at 8:50 a.m.
  • The northbound crash was reported around 9:15 a.m.

The players

Connecticut Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for managing and maintaining the state's transportation infrastructure, including Interstate 95.

Connecticut State Police

The law enforcement agency that responded to the northbound crash and reported suspected minor injuries.

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The takeaway

The back-to-back crashes on I-95 in New Haven highlight the importance of safe driving and the potential for significant traffic disruptions when incidents occur on this major interstate highway. Transportation officials will likely work to clear the lanes and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible.