A tragic turn of events in New Bedford as a man lost his life in a car crash yesterday afternoon. According to WHDH, Massachusetts State Police were called to the scene following reports of a vehicle that had collided with a utility pole at the termination of the ramp from Route 195 eastbound to Washburn Street at around 3:30 p.m.
The collision led to the serious injury of the male driver who was rushed to the hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. A passenger in the car remarkably walked away without harm. The identity of the deceased has not yet been made public as the investigation continues.
Details concerning the factors contributing to the accident remain scarce at this time. The State Police are meticulously working to understand what led up to the fatal incident. WPRI reports that no information has been released regarding the possible causes that precipitated the crash.
Local traffic was affected following the crash as investigators combed the area for evidence and utility crews worked to repair the damaged pole. With the cause of the crash still under active investigation, authorities are reviewing all potential angles to piece together the moments that led up to this tragedy.
