A tragic incident occurred in Chelmsford, Massachusetts when a 74-year-old woman was struck by an SUV yesterday evening. The accident, which took place at the intersection of Main and School streets around 6:15 p.m., left the elderly victim with serious injuries including significant head trauma.
Officials report the woman was taken to Lowell General Hospital for treatment, as confirmed by NBC Boston. Initially, a medical helicopter was called to the scene but was subsequently canceled due to adverse weather conditions, weather conditions, a detail noted by WHDH.
The driver of the SUV, an 18-year-old male, remained at the scene following the collision. He is currently cooperating with investigators as they look into the cause of the crash. The identity of the young man was not disclosed, and it remains unclear if any charges will be filed in relation to the incident.
The crash is being thoroughly investigated by the Chelmsford Accident Reconstruction team. Chelmsford Police Chief Colin Spence confirmed the probe, although little additional information regarding the circumstances of the incident has been released. The condition of the woman, after being admitted to the hospital, has not been made public at this time, the time.
