A fatal multi-car crash that shut down I-495 in Middleborough on Friday morning is currently under investigation by State Police. The incident, which occurred around 11:30 a.m., involved multiple vehicles and a tractor-trailer.
State Police confirmed that at least one person was killed in the collision, though the identity of the deceased has not yet been released.
The crash caused significant disruption, leading to the closure of I-495 northbound. Traffic was diverted off the highway at Route 105, creating considerable delays for commuters. After several hours, the roadway was reopened to traffic.
A comprehensive investigation is underway, with personnel from various State Police units, including the Middleborough Barracks, the Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Unit (CARS), the Crime Scene Services Section (CSSS), and the Plymouth County Detective Unit, arriving at the scene.
Officials from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) also assisted in managing the situation and ensuring the safe reopening of the highway.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined, and authorities are meticulously examining the evidence to understand the sequence of events that led to the fatal incident.
The investigation aims to uncover any contributing factors, such as driver error, mechanical failure, or other potential causes.
The involvement of multiple vehicles and a tractor-trailer suggests a complex scene, requiring detailed analysis by the Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Unit.
State Police have urged any witnesses or individuals with information about the crash to come forward to aid in the investigation.
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