Rhode Island

Frances Furnell Killed in Accident at Route 146 in Providence, RI

Published on: September 7, 2021

Date of Accident
September 3, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Frances Furnell
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Rhode Island 146, Providence, RI, USA

What Happened

Rhode Island State Police are investigating a collision that killed a man at Route 146 in Providence, RI on September 3rd, 2021. Police say the incident involved a box truck operated by 27-year-old Andre Gilbert colliding with the rear of an SUV stopped in traffic. A passenger in the SUV, 78-year-old Frances Furnell, suffered fatal injuries at the scene. The SUV driver was hospitalized with serious injuries. Gilbert was charged with Driving to Endanger Resulting in Death and one count of Driving to Endanger Resulting in Serious Bodily Injuries.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Rhode Island State Police
Vehicles Involved
SUV, Box Truck
Road/Highway
Route 146
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Box truck collided with the rear of an SUV stopped in traffic

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