A pedestrian has died following a collision with a vehicle early this morning in Tewksbury, Massachusetts, officials reported. According to Boston 25 News, the incident occurred around 5:17 a.m. on Route 38 near Clark Street. The driver involved in the crash remained at the scene, cooperating with local authorities.
Emergency services transported the pedestrian to a local hospital where they were pronounced dead, authorities said. Following the accident, Tewksbury Police closed off Main Street (Route 38) at Clark Street, urging the public to seek alternate routes. No further details about the pedestrian's identity have been released pending notification of kin.
Investigation into the causes of the tragedy is underway. WCVB reports that Tewksbury Police are being assisted by the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section and the Middlesex District Attorney's Office in their inquiry.
