Fatal Crash Claims Two Teenagers in New Bedford
The District Attorney's Office confirmed that two teenagers tragically lost their lives in a car crash that occurred in New Bedford early Saturday morning. Massachusetts State Police received a report at around 2 a.m. about a single-car crash on Route 140 South at mile marker 2.1. Upon arrival, emergency responders discovered two individuals who had been ejected from the vehicle. A 17-year-old boy from West Yarmouth was declared deceased at the scene, while a 15-year-old girl was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries and later succumbed to her injuries. The 18-year-old driver from Dartmouth sustained non-life threatening injuries and received medical treatment. New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell expressed condolences to the families and friends of the young victims, acknowledging the heartbreaking nature of the incident. Multiple State Police units are investigating the crash. Stay informed with the latest news and weather updates by downloading the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps or by watching 12 News Now on WPRI.com or using the free WPRI 12+ TV app.
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