Massachusetts

Bicyclist Killed in UPS Truck Accident at Watertown St and Bridge St in Newton, MA

Published on: August 29, 2023

Date of Accident
August 28, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Watertown St & Bridge St, Newton, MA, USA

What Happened

Massachusetts State Police are investigating a crash that killed a bicyclist at Watertown St and Bridge St in Newton, MA on August 28th 2023. Police say the incident happened as a UPS truck was headed eastbound on Watertown St. The vehicle is alleged to have turned onto Bridge Street at a bicyclist, age 57 and not publicly identified, headed westbound on Watertown St. Police say at some point, the two vehicles collided, leaving the bicyclist seriously injured. Authorities say the bicyclist was hospitalized for treatment of injuries they later died from. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Massachusetts State Police
Vehicles Involved
UPS Truck, Bicycle
Road/Highway
Watertown St and Bridge St
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Bicyclist was struck by a UPS truck

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