Personal Injury

July 19, 2018

Injuries While Attending Sporting Events in Boston

Three years ago, a fan was attending a Red Sox game at Fenway Park in downtown Boston when she was hit by a part of a bat. The bat was broken when swinging at a pitch, and this is something that happens on a somewhat regular basis during the game of baseball.

This piece of the broken bat went flying into the crowd and made contact with a fan’s head, resulting in traumatic brain injury (TBI). While it is true there are signs posted warning fans to pay attention for objects leaving the field of play, and there are even announcements on the scoreboard before the game, these announcements often do little good when it comes to protecting defenseless spectators. Continue reading

June 14, 2018

Pedestrian Accident in Boston

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 13, the Boston Police Department received a call about a pedestrian accident that occurred on Main Street in Boston. The accident was reported around 8:20 in the morning, and police and other first responders were dispatched and arrived at the scene shortly afterward.

Once arriving at the scene, Officer Charles Kelley and other first responders secured the scene and directed traffic around the area. They discovered that one individual, the pedestrian, had been injured in the accident. EMTs administered emergency medical care to this individual and worked to stabilize them. The extent of their injuries is still under review and has not been released to the public. However, no fatalities were reported.

Within the hour, the scene was cleared. The driver remained on the scene and answered questions about the accident. The crash remains under investigation.

June 14, 2018

Car Accident on Harding Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 13, the Worcester Police Department received information about a car accident that was reported to have involved two vehicles. The call about the collision was received around 1 in the morning, and emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly afterward.

Upon arrival, they found that the accident was serious and that one individual had been severely injured in the crash. This individual was given medical care at the scene and then transported to a nearby hospital to receive further medical attention for their injuries. The area was secured by police while care was given to the victim, and traffic was slowed for a time. The extent of the victim’s injuries is still under review, and no fatalities were reported. This accident occurred on the 100 block of Harding Street. The accident was cleared and traffic resumed as normal within an hour after the crash.

Accidents and Injuries

June 14, 2018

Accident on North Main Street in Carver

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 13, a car accident was reported to police in Carver. The Carver Police Department received the call about a multiple vehicle accident that involved at least one person sustaining injury. The call was received around 10:40 am., and emergency crews were sent to the scene quickly afterwards. Upon arriving at the scene, emergency authorities secured the area and directed traffic around the collision.

Several individuals involved in the accident sustained injuries, and they were given medical care at the scene, though their names have not been released to the public. The extent of their injuries is still being determined, and no fatalities were reported. The scene was cleared soon after, and the normal flow of traffic was quickly resumed.

Car Accidents and Injuries

June 14, 2018

Vehicle Accident Reported at Ashcroft Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 13, the Boston Police Department received a report about a multi-vehicle accident that involved injury. The incident was reported to the department around 7:10 in the morning.

Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, and Officer Oscar Guerrero was one of the first to arrive at the accident. Upon arrival at Ashcroft Street, first responders discovered that one individual had sustained injuries in the crash. This person was given medical care at the scene, but the extent of their injuries is still under review and the victim’s name has not been released to the public as of this time. There were no reported fatalities. The accident was cleared within the hour, and the flow of traffic resumed as normal.

Car Accidents and Injuries

June 14, 2018

Serious Car Crash on Grafton Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 12, a car crash resulted in injuries, and a crash reconstruction team responded to this scene after the fact. Police officers also arrived at the accident soon after receiving notification of the crash around 9 in the evening. The accident occurred on Grafton Street near the Roosevelt School.

The accident involved two vehicles. Traffic was directed around the area as the scene was cleared and statements were taken from those involved in the accident. One individual was injured in the accident, and they were given medical care on location. The extent of their injuries is still under review, and no fatalities were reported. The scene was cleared within the hour, and the names of those involved in the accident were not released as of posting.

Car Accidents and Injuries

June 14, 2018

Injury Accident on Canterbury Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The Boston Police Department received a call about a motor vehicle injury accident on June 13. Initial reports indicated that the accident involved two cars. The accident was reported to police around 5:50 in the evening and dispatchers proceeded to send fire and police crews to the area quickly afterward.

The accident occurred at 945 Canterbury Street. Officer Ernest Desroches was one of the first police officers to arrive, and he assessed the situation and secured the scene until the arrival of further support.

Other first responders arrived on the scene quickly, and EMTs administered emergency medical care to the one individual who had sustained injuries. There were no fatalities reported, but the extent of the injuries is still being determined. The scene was cleared after the victim was cared for and removed from the wreck. As of posting, their name had not been released.

June 14, 2018

Woman Struck by Vehicle in Worcester

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 13, police in Worcester were alerted to a serious accident that involved a pedestrian and a vehicle. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene and arrived quickly to assess the situation. Police arrived at the scene shortly after 9 in the evening and occurred on the 10000 block of Grafton Street.

Upon arrival, they found that a 20-year-old woman had been hit by a vehicle. The driver who struck the pedestrian remained on the scene. The victim was taken to an area hospital, but the extent of her injuries is still being determined. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash. Statements were taken by the driver as well as witnesses.

Car Accidents and Injuries

June 14, 2018

Accident with Injury on Glenarm Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 13, the Boston Police Department received information about a car accident. The call about the incident was received around 11 at night, and emergency responders arrived at the scene quickly upon receiving the news.

Upon arrival, they found that two vehicles were involved in the accident and had occurred at 22 Glenarm Street. Officer Derek Chan was one of the first to arrive at the accident. After arrival, he took statements from those involved and discovered that one individual had been injured during the course of the crash. EMTs arrived and administered medical care to this individual. The extent of their injuries is still being determined, and no fatalities were reported. This accident remains under investigation, and the identities of those involved in the crash have not yet been disclosed by the police.

Accidents and Injuries

June 14, 2018

Car Crashes into Restaurant in Peabody

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On June 3, a popular restaurant in Peabody was closed after an SUV crashed into it. Police in the area were called to the scene of the accident, and they dispatched emergency crews to the scene soon after hearing the news.

Upon arrival, first responders discovered that a driver accidentally backed into the front of the restaurant. At least five customers were inside at the time of the crash, and one individual sustained injuries in the accident. EMTs administer medical care to this individual at the scene, but the extent of the injuries is unknown.

According to initial reports, a 63-year-old woman was behind the wheel and hit the gas instead of the breaks, causing the accident. The owner of the restaurant says it will remain closed until the mess is cleared.