Personal Injury

June 2, 2018

Vehicle Accident between Pedersen Road and Mountain Road

None of us ever expect to be in a car wreck, and these incidents can happen out of nowhere. A car accident can cause severe trauma to a victim, and these injuries can impact their lives in detrimental ways for many years. All drivers have a responsibility to follow traffic laws and be aware of their fellow drivers.

On June 1, State Police received a report of a two-vehicle accident. The information was received by police around 9:45 at night, and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene.

Upon arrival at the scene between Pederson Road and Mountain Road, fire responders found that at least one individual had suffered injuries because of the accident. The injuries were reported to be serious, but the victim’s name has not been released. The scene was secured, and the road was closed for a time. No further details were reported.

June 2, 2018

Update: Plantation Street Motorcycle Crash Victim Identified as Adrianna Colon

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Motorcycle accidents can be lethal. The risk of a serious accident occurring should remind us all to remain cautious and drive attentively whenever we get behind the wheel. Reckless driving can cause catastrophic accidents that can take lives. We must all do our part to prevent these accidents from happening. Motorcyclists and drivers of vehicles must follow the rules of the road and remain vigilant.

An update has been reported related to the motorcycle crash on Plantation Street that claimed the life of one victim. The identity of the victim has been released.

31-year-old Adriana Colon, a Worcester resident, succumbed to her injuries a short time after arriving to a nearby hospital. She was riding her 2003 Kawasaki on Plantation Street when she struck the passenger side of a Toyota Avalon that was attempting to turn onto an on-ramp. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing.

June 2, 2018

Vehicle Accident on Eighth Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can happen on any kind of road. A serious accident can happen on back streets or suburban neighbors, not just on freeways. Some car accidents can result in catastrophic injuries, and they can leave victims suffering and dealing with the impacts for many years.

On June 1, the Boston Police Department received information about a two-vehicle accident. The accident involved injuries, but their extent is still being determined. One individual was transported to the hospital. However, no fatalities were reported.

Police were alerted to the accident around 10:30 at night, and Officer Natasha Lajara was one of the first to arrive on the scene at 760 E Eighth Street. Upon arrival, emergency responders secured the scene, and the area was cleared within the hour.

June 2, 2018

Christopher William Robicheau Dies in Car, FedEx Truck Collision

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can occur suddenly, and some of these accidents can be fatal. These accidents are tragic, and they leave families and friends dealing with the impacts for years. Through remaining vigilant and follow traffic laws, all drivers can be a part of keeping roads safe. Reckless driving can be serious and cause catastrophic accidents.

A man from Massachusetts has died following a crash involving a FedEx truck. Christopher William Robichaud, 48, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on Route 32, or River Road, near the Tollund and Willington Border. The driver of the FedEx truck, Braulio Diaz-Aguilar, 47, did not appear to sustain any injuries in the collision.

The accident happened around 1:45 a.m. when the 2001 Toyota Camry caused the double yellow lines and hit the front of the truck. This collision is still under investigation by police.

June 2, 2018

Tractor Trailer Accident on Quincy Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents that involve large trucks can be particularly devastating. These trucks are much bigger than the average car on the road, and they can deal out a large amount of damage. When drivers are around large trucks, they must remember to remain aware and keep in mind that semi-trucks have large blind spots. Truckers must also do their part to remain vigilant and prevent accidents.

On June 1, Brockton Fire responded to a call they received about a vehicle accident involving a tractor-trailer. They received information about this accident around 6:45 in the morning and arrived at the scene quickly. Upon arrival at North Quincy Street, they found that a tractor-trailer was off the road and into the woods.

Injuries were reported, but their extent is still under review. Firefighters and other emergency personnel secured the area, and Lynch’s Towing removed the vehicle from the woods. No further details were reported.

June 2, 2018

Accident on Concord Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents can take us off guard and happen out of nowhere. While not every car accident causes serious injury, some of them do and the consequences can be extreme. Drivers must remember they have a duty of care to the other people around them. We must all use caution and drive attentively when behind the wheel.

On June 1, the Boston Police Department received a report of a two-car accident that involved injury. The incident occurred on E Concord Street and was reported to police around 6:45 in the evening. Police and other first responders arrived on this scene shortly afterwards and secured the area. Officer Michael Coppinger was one of the first to respond to the accident.

Upon arrival, they administered care to the injured victim, and this person had to be transported to a nearby hospital. The extent of the injuries is still being determined, but no fatalities were reported. Their name has not been released at this time.

June 2, 2018

Accident on Cambridge and Dana Streets

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can happen when we least expect it to. When driving, it can be easy to get distracted and forget to pay attention to the road, but we all must do our best to prevent accidents by remaining aware. Car accidents can have tragic outcomes that leave victims suffering from traumatic injuries. We all must remember this when we are driving.

Cambridge Police received information about a car accident that occurred on June 1. The call was received around 11:30 at night, and emergency responders were dispatched to the area shortly afterwards.

The accident occurred on Cambridge and Dana Streets. Upon arrival, police and fire authorities found that at least one individual had suffered from injuries, so medical care was administered. The injuries did not appear to be serious, but they are still under review. One of the drivers involved fled the scene, and statements were taken by those who remained.

June 2, 2018

Hit-and-Run Accident on Hooper Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Hit-and-run drivers are acting especially recklessly when they flee the scene of an accident. They often leave victims behind to suffer, and these incidents can be particularly hard for victims to deal with. When these accidents happen, the hit-and-run driver is acting recklessly as well as criminally.

On June 1, the Worcester Police Department responded to a call they received about a hit-and-run accident. The incident was reported at approximately 12:00 p.m., and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene quickly. The accident occurred on the 1 block of Hooper Street.

Upon arrival at the accident, emergency personnel found at least one person had suffered from injuries because of the accident, and medical care was administered to this individual. One of the drivers involved had fled the scene, and statements were taken from those who remained. The extent of their injuries is still under review, and police are still investigating the accident.

June 2, 2018

Vehicle Accident on Huntington Avenue

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A vehicle accident can happen in an instant, and the results of these accidents can be devastating, and even deadly, at times. By remaining conscious of your surroundings, you can do your part to keep roads safe for yourself and others. Negligent driving is serious and puts all on the roads at risk.

On June 1, the Boston Police Department received information about a two-vehicle accident. The incident was reported at approximately 2 in the afternoon, and emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene. The accident occurred on 135 South Huntington Avenue.

Officer Christopher Kerrigan was the first to arrive, and other emergency personnel soon came to the scene, also. While assessing the scene, first responders found that at least one individual had been injured, and medical was given to this individual. The injuries did not appear to be serious. Fire and police authorities secured the area and directed traffic around the incident.

June 2, 2018

Car Accident at Elm Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Accidents that happen while in the car can be some of the most tragic events that happen in our communities. Drivers must remember this whenever they get behind the wheel. The impacts of car accidents can leave victims suffering from negative, detrimental injuries. Drives must follow traffic laws and look out for everyone else around them.

On June 1, the Worcester Police Dermatend reviewed information about a vehicle crash that appeared to involve two vehicles. The accident was reported around noon, and first responders arrived on this scene quickly afterwards.

Upon arrival at the scene on the 1st block of Elm Street, they found that at least one person had been injured in the collision, and so emergency medical care was administered. The extent of the injuries is still under review. However, no fatalities were reported. Police took statements from witnesses, and they secured the scene within the hour.