Mother from Bridgeport Avenue Accident Dies in Hospital

On February 16, 2013, Brenda Tanski, age 51 of Milford, succumbed to her injuries from an accident on February 11 involving a motor vehicle and four pedestrians. 

Kevin Tanski, age 53 of Milford, Brenda's husband, died on February 12, due to injuries from the accident. 

Brenda and Kevin's daughter, Jenny Tanski, age 21 of Milford, had minor injuries and was released from the hospital. A fourth pedestrian was uninjured. 

The operator of the vehicle involved in the accident is James Dorso, age 31 of Milford. 

The accident occurred on Bridgeport Avenue near Cowles Street, according to Milford Police.

A preliminary investigation revealed that four pedestrians were walking along the shoulder of the roadway prior to the accident occurring.  

The pedestrians and vehicle were all traveling Eastbound in the same direction. Two of the pedestrians were listed in critical condition, one pedestrian received minor injuries, and the other was not injured.  

The Milford Police Traffic Division is continuing with the investigation and is asking anyone with information regarding the accident to contact (203) 783-4749 or email at dsharoh@ci.milford.ct.us