Daniel Popiolek Obituary, Death Cause – A man from Beacon Falls lost his life following a rollover accident on Route 8 on Thursday, according to state police. The incident occurred just before 7 p.m. near Exit 18 in Seymour, as reported by Connecticut State Police. Authorities have identified the deceased individual as Daniel Popiolek.
As per state police, Popiolek was operating a 2010 Subaru Legacy in the left lane of two when he lost control and veered off the highway. The vehicle rolled over, struck a light pole, and Popiolek was ejected from the car, according to police reports. He was traveling alone without any passengers.
He was subsequently transported to Waterbury Hospital, where he was declared dead.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, police stated. Anyone who witnessed the accident or possesses additional information, including dashboard camera footage, is encouraged to reach out to Trooper Patrick Miko at the Troop I barracks in Bethany by calling 203-393-4200 or emailing Patrick.Miko@ct.gov.