Video catches driver who struck vehicle and fled the scene

NAUGATUCK - A video helped police catch a driver who fled the scene after their vehicle struck a trash can, mailbox and a parked car.

At around 1 a.m. on Tuesday, police investigated an evading motor vehicle collision in which a Subaru Legacy Outback failed to negotiate a curve on Arch Street and collided with a garbage can, mailbox, and a vehicle parked in a residential driveway on Scott Street.

“Through investigative efforts it was determined the vehicle was operated by Linda Mortagua, 28, who was located a short time after the collision and subsequently taken into custody,” police posted on Facebook.

Mortagua was charged with DWI, evading responsibility and failure to maintain lane. She was released on a $500 bond and is scheduled to appear at Waterbury Court Sept. 5.

There were no reported injuries.

“Video footage of the incident as it unfolded was uploaded and shared on the Ring.com public community app. This footage not only assisted officers in their investigation but also demonstrated the value of this program. We are sharing the footage on our Facebook page in hopes of showing the community how you can assist us in solving crimes in Naugatuck. If community members are interested in enrolling information on how to signup can be obtained here:

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