Crash On Curve In Tolland Proves Fatal For Ellington Driver

TOLLAND, CT — A Wednesday night single-car crash on a tricky curve in Tolland claimed the life of an Ellington man, state police said.

The crash took place at 8:42 a.m. on Peter Green Road, according to a report. Based on an initial state police investigation, a 2010 Nissan Sentra driven by 20-year-old Nathan Sterling of Ellington was traveling southbound on Peter Green Road.

The car went off the right side of the roadway while Sterling was negotiating a right curve, according to a report.

The front left bumper of the Nissan collided with a tree on the roadside, spun and struck a second tree on the right front passenger side.

The car then came to an "uncontrolled final rest" on the roadside adjacent to the southbound lane, facing a westerly direction, according to a report.

Sterling died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash, according to a report.

He was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, a report indicates.

State police said the cause of the accident remains under investigation. Anyone who may
have witnessed the crash or who has information regarding the accident is being asked to contact
Troop C in Tolland at 860-896-3200.

Sterling had transferred this year to the University of Connecticut as an economics major after graduating last spring from Manchester Community College, UConn officials said.

UConn officials said they learned early this morning of his death, and will be "reaching out to offer assistance to his friends and classmates."

"Although Nathan hadn’t been at UConn for very long, it’s clear from his accomplishments at MCC and his promising start here that his potential was unlimited. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who are affected by this very sad loss," a UConn spokeswoman said.