GoFundMe: Tristan Ocasio Dies on Route 6 head-on Accident

Tristan Ocasio, a 17-year-old from Bethlehem, was driving north on Route 6 around 8:45 p.m. when he veered out of his lane and collided with a car going south, according to state police.

Ocasio allegedly struck a second car head-on after striking the first one, according to the investigators.

At the scene, Ocasio was declared dead.

Ocasio, according to Region 14, attended Nonnewaug High School in Woodbury as a student. Ocasio was praised by the superintendent, Brian Murphy, for being a “wonderful pupil and inspiring.”

According to the district, Ocasio has one sibling enrolled at both Woodbury Middle School and the secondary school. Both campuses will have counselors on hand for the remainder of the week.

Minor injuries were sustained by another motorist, who was taken to Waterbury Hospital. There were no other known injuries.

The accident is still being looked into.

A GoFundMe has been created to help generates funds for the family:

Hello friends and family. As many of you may know by now, Melissa and her family lost a piece of their hearts. Her son Tristan was suddenly and tragically lost to us Saturday 3/4. We want to help raise funds for Melissa for the burial services as well as help cover her time she needs for healing her and her other children. No parent plans for something like this. Any support you can give is appreciated.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the deceased’s family and friends, who have been struggling with the loss of such an intelligent and compassionate individual.

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