A head-on crash involving an ambulance in Foxboro, Massachusetts, has left five people injured, including a child who had to be transported to the hospital by a medical helicopter. The incident occurred on Thursday night and authorities are currently investigating the cause of the crash.
Emergency crews were called to the scene on Main Street at around 7 p.m. and found the damaged vehicles in the roadway. The Norfolk District Attorney’s Office has reported that those injured in the crash include two emergency medical technicians in their mid-20s, a patient in his 70s who was being transported to the hospital, and a 40-year-old mother and her elementary-age daughter who were in the other vehicle.
All of the injured individuals were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment. The child, however, required immediate medical attention and was flown to the hospital by a medical helicopter. The severity of their injuries is unknown at this time.
As authorities continue their investigation, no additional information about the incident has been released. It is still unclear what caused the head-on collision between the ambulance and the other vehicle.
This is a developing news story, and as such, it is important to stay tuned to 7NEWS for the latest updates. Whether on-air or online, we will provide you with the most recent details as they become available.
Accidents involving emergency vehicles are always concerning, as these vehicles are often rushing to provide critical care to individuals in need. It is a reminder for all drivers to be cautious and vigilant on the roads, especially when encountering emergency vehicles.
We send our thoughts and well wishes to all those involved in the crash and hope for a speedy recovery for everyone injured.
