Vehicle accidents can happen out of nowhere, and some of them can cause injuries to multiple people. The serious nature of some accidents should be a reminder to us all to drive attentively at all times. Negligent driving can have catastrophic consequences that impact lives in detrimental ways.
On May 28, a car accident occurred on Route 31 in Charlton. The incident was reported to police, and they arrived on the scene around 4:00 p.m. Upon arrival, emergency responders found that the crash involved a Honda CRV with one occupant and a Lexus with four occupants.
One person had to be taken by ambulance to UMass Memorial Medical Center, and three people were taken to Harrington Hospital in Southbridge. The fourth victim was transported to St. Vincent Hospital. The extent of the injuries is still being determined, and the cause of the crash is under investigation.