A serious accident occurred on I-495 northbound in Methuen yesterday morning, resulting in two fatalities and two injuries. According to the DA's announcement, a 37-year-old man died at the scene, while a 41-year-old man later died at Lawrence General Hospital. Two other individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to the hospital. Massachusetts State Police and Methuen Fire Department responded to the incident shortly after 6 a.m.

The crash involved a driver named Katrina Nguyen, 26, who allegedly fled the scene. She later turned herself in and now faces several charges, including two counts of motor vehicle homicide by reckless operation and leaving the scene resulting in death. Nguyen is scheduled to be arraigned in Lawrence Superior Court for tomorrow, according to the Essex County District Attorney's Office. All individuals accused are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Multiple law enforcement agencies, including specialized units from the Massachusetts State Police and local police departments, are conducting an investigation. The identities of the deceased have been withheld pending family notifications. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected after the court proceedings.