Fatal crash in Massachusetts town causes tow truck to fall off highway overpass
A tragic accident in Freetown, Massachusetts resulted in the death of a tow truck driver when his vehicle was pushed off an overpass. The incident occurred on Friday night when the tow truck was hit by another vehicle on Route 140 south, causing the tow truck to be propelled onto Washburn Road below. The tow truck driver was pronounced dead at the scene, with their identity currently withheld. The other driver involved was unharmed and stayed at the scene. Authorities are still investigating the crash, and the area around Route 140 south and Washburn Road remains closed. Response teams, including Freetown police, the Bristol County District Attorney's office, and Massachusetts State Police, are all involved in determining the cause of the accident. Additionally, the Department of Environmental Protection was called to address a minor fuel spill on site. Further details on the incident are not yet available.
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