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Dominick Tocci
Coverage of Dominick Tocci in the Nexus archive.
Long Islandplace1Connecticutplace1canoe accidenttopic1Michael Collinsperson1Connecticut environmental policeorganization1Lake Haywardplace1East Haddamplace1operating a boat under the influencetopic1Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protectionorganization1Woodstock Little Leagueorganization1
- Long Island college student charged after friend drowns in Connecticut canoe accident
A Long Island college student has been charged following a canoe accident in Connecticut that resulted in the death of his friend, 20-year-old Dominick Tocci. Tocci, remembered as a 'special kid' and 'bright light' who excelled in sports, drowned in the incident.
- College student's fatal canoe trip takes turn as lone survivor is arrested months later
Michael Collins, 20, was arrested for operating a boat under the influence in connection with the March drowning of Dominick Tocci, 20, during a canoe trip on Lake Hayward. The incident occurred after both men had been drinking, leading to a capsized canoe and Tocci's death. Collins turned himself in months later and is scheduled for a court appearance.