Personal Injury

June 5, 2018

3-Car Crash in Woolwich Injures Two

Vehicle accidents can happen even when we are not expecting them, and accidents that involve multiple vehicles can be especially dire. Negligent driving can leave people suffering from injuries and even cause fatalities. Drivers must all do their part to remain aware and do their best to keep themselves and others safe.

On June 4, a car crash involving three vehicles was reported to the Sagadahoc County Sheriff’s Office. First responders arrived to the scene of the collision at the intersection on Montsweag Road. Upon arrival, they found that a 2016 Volvo tractor-trailer being driven by Raymond Lemon of Ware was southbound on Route 1 when it ran into a 2015 Ford Focus. The Focus was driven by Megan Horne who was attempting to make a left turn. The crash then pushed the car into the oncoming lane where it was struck by a 2015 Toyota being driven by Betty J. Yock.

Horne suffered back and neck injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital with non life-threatening injuries. Yock was taken to a hospital to be treated for minor injuries.

June 4, 2018

One Man Killed, One Woman Injured in Collision in Wilbraham

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Some car accidents can cause fatalities. These accidents are tragedies that leave family and friends behind to grieve their loss. Whenever anyone gets behind the wheel, they must remember that their negligence actions could have deadly consequences. We must all do our part to keep these accidents from occurring.

One person was killed and another was severely injured in a two-car accident that occurred in Wilbraham. Police were notified of the accident around 11:30 p.m., and they arrived on this scene quickly afterwards.

The accident occurred on 934 Main Street near Branch Road. Upon arrival, they found the accident involved two vehicles, each with one occupant. Both drivers, one man and one woman, were from Hampden and were taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital. The man was pronounced dead while at the hospital, and the woman was in critical condition. Their identities have not been released at this time, and the crash remains under invitation.

June 4, 2018

Hit-and-Run Accident on Essex Street Injures One

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can be extremely devastating, and they can happen at any time. These accidents can sometimes leave victims suffering from injuries that impact their lives in detrimental ways for years to come. The potential for a serious accident to happen should remind us all to remain vigilant whenever we are driving. Drivers who do cause accidents also have a responsibility to remain at the scene.

On June 3, the Cambridge Police Department received information about a vehicle accident involving a pedestrian and a hit-and-run driver. The accident occurred around 4 p.m. and occurred on Essex Street. One victim sustained injuries in the accident, and medical care was administered to this individual. There were no fatalities reported.

According to internal reports, Dorchester resident was involved in the accident, and her daughter had been struck by a motor vehicle which failed to stop after the incident. The woman told police that the driver paused for a second or two before driving away.

June 4, 2018

Crash Involving Parked Tow Truck Kills Michael Avelar

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can sometimes be fatal. Accidents that cause fatalities can leave family, friends, and entire communities grieving. Drivers must remember that they share the road with other people. We must all do our utmost best to keep accidents from happening.

On June 3, Massachusetts State Police responded to a vehicle accident that involved a car and a parked tow truck. Troopers responded to the scene on Interstate 95 southbound in Attleboro around 2 in the morning. Upon arrival, they discovered that Michael Avelar, of Stoughton, had been severely injured, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The tow truck had been killed by a police officer to remove a disabled vehicle from the highways. No other injuries were reported, and the cause of the crash is still under investigation. Fire and police authorities cleared the scene within the hour.

June 4, 2018

Hit-and-Run Accident on Main Street in Worcester

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can occur with little warning, and the impacts of some accidents can be life-changing in horrific ways. Reckless driving can leave victims with serious injuries, and victims can struggle to recover from these injuries for many years. Drivers who flee the scene of an accident are acting criminally and possibly leaving victims behind to not get medical care.

On June 3, the Worcester Police Department received information about a motor vehicle accident that involved a hit-and-run driver. Internal reports indicated the accident involved two vehicles, one of which fled the scene. The incident was reported around 6 in the evening and occurred at the 400 block of Main Street.

Upon arrival at the scene, first responders found that at least one victim was suffering from injuries. The extent of their injuries is still being determined, but the injuries do not appear to have been life-threatening. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital via ambulance.

June 4, 2018

Arthur J. Healey Jr. Killed in Motorcycle Crash

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Motorcycle accidents can be fatal. The risk of a serious accident occurring should remind us all to remain violent when we are driving. Motorcyclists are at a higher risk because they are not protected by a vehicle. Drivers must look out for people on motorcycles and share the road with them.

On June 3, State Police received information about a motorcycle accident that occurred in Woburn. A motorcyclist from Barre, Vermont, was killed in the accident that occurred on the ramp from Interstate 93 to Interstate 95. According to police, Arthur J. Healey Jr., 75, was driving his 2017 Harley around 1:00 p.m. when the accident occurred.

The motorcycle left the highway, and the sustained traumatic injuries. It appears that another vehicle was involved, but this accident is still under investigation. Police closed the ramp while the scene was cleared, and the ramp was reported around 2:30 p.m.

June 4, 2018

Vehicle Accident on June Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can happen when we are least expecting it. These accidents can sometimes have fatal consequences, and they can happen suddenly. By remaining cautious and following all traffic laws, drivers can do their best to keep roads safe for themselves and everyone else.

On June 3, the Worcester Police Department received a call about a vehicle accident with personal injury. The incident was reported to have involved two vehicles and was called into the police around 10 p.m. The accident occurred on the 100 block of June Street, and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene quickly.

Upon arrival, responders found that at least one person had suffered from injuries, so they administered medical care to this person at the scene. This individual was transported to a nearby hospital to be treated for their injuries, but their identity has not been released. No fatalities were reported.

June 4, 2018

Man Injured in Doxbury Crash

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen with little warning, and the impacts of some accidents can be very devastating. Negligent driving can leave victims with serious injuries, and these injuries can have detrimental impacts on victims’ lives. Drivers must take accountability for their actions and do their part to prevent accidents.

On June 3, State Police received information about a car accident. The information was received around 6 a.m., and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene.

Upon arrival at the scene in Dewsbury just north of exit 11, they found that one of the drivers was ejected from their truck when it rolled about seven times during the accident. The driver was taken to a local hospital by medics and was suffering from traumatic injuries. No further details have been reported. The scene was secured and cleared within the hour.

June 4, 2018

Vehicle Accident with Injury on Clark Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can happen when we least expect it. While accidents are more likely to happen on congested roads, they can also occur on smaller roads or in suburban neighborhoods. We all need to do our part to keep roads safe, and this means being constantly vigilant no matter where we are driving.

On June 3, the Worcester Police Department responded to a vehicle accident. The accident was reported around 3 in the morning and occurred on the 100 block of Clark Street. Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after hearing the news of the incident.

Upon arrival, emergency responders found that at least one victim had suffered injuries because of the collision. This person was transported to the hospital, but the extent of their injuries is still under review. However, no injuries were reported. No further details were reported.

June 4, 2018

Injury Accident on Route 23 at Exit 23

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen at any time, and they can occur suddenly. This is why all drivers need to remain attentive and aware of what’s going on around them when they are driving. Looking away from the road while driving can have dangerous consequences. We must all do our best to drive safely and keep roads safe.

On June 4, State Police received information about a vehicle accident that involved two cars. The accident was reported to police around noon, and first responders were dispatched the area quickly.

Upon arriving at the scene on Route 93 northbound at Exit 23, emergency personnel found that at least one individual was suffering from injuries, so they administered medical care at the scene. This individual had to be transported to the hospital, but their identity has not been released. The accident caused traffic to become backed up to Exit 18.