Two injured during Waterbury Not Quite Independence Day Parade

WATERBURY — Two people were hit by a truck during a parade in Waterbury on Saturday.

Authorities say while participating in the Waterbury Not Quite Independence Day Parade, Shawn Keating, 57, of Fayston, was operating his 1957 GMC truck when for unknown reasons his truck was unable to stop.

Police say this resulted in his truck colliding with Jennifer Sheridan, 53, and Lori Lisai, 48, both participating in the parade.

During the investigation, police say that Keating was cooperative and showed no signs of impairment.

Waterbury Ambulance, Waterbury Fire, and numerous bystanders came to the aid of the injured persons.