An 85-year-old passenger died Saturday after a two-car collision on the westbound side of Worcester Road (Route 9) in Framingham, according to police. Officers were called to the intersection of Worcester Road and Country Club Lane at about 12:44 p.m. The driver of the first vehicle, a 73-year-old man, was taken by ambulance with minor injuries, while the 85-year-old passenger was flown by Life Flight and later died, as per Boston 25 News.
Crash Details From Authorities
Police responded to the crash around 12:44 p.m., according to Boston 25 News. That report states the operator of the second vehicle, a 30-year-old, remained at the scene. Authorities have not filed any charges as the crash remains under investigation.
Route 9’s Safety Record Under Scrutiny
The Route 9 corridor through Framingham has been the focus of safety reviews and corridor studies because planners say it sees more crashes than comparable arterials. The Boston Region MPO’s Route 9 Priority Corridor Study highlights multiple high-crash locations and recommends short- and long-term fixes aimed at reducing collisions and improving crossings.
Investigation Underway
Framingham police say the crash remains under investigation and no charges have been filed at this time, according to Boston 25 News. Officials have not released additional details about the victims or the exact cause.
