A tragic accident on Interstate 495 northbound claimed the life of a 78-year-old motorcyclist on Thursday afternoon. The man, riding a 2018 Harley-Davidson, collided with the back of a 2021 Alfa Romeo SUV driven by a 51-year-old man near Exit 83 in Westford, Massachusetts. State Police responded to the scene at around 3:25 p.m. and found the motorcyclist with life-threatening injuries. The crash occurred after the man merged into the left lane, hitting the stationary SUV in the center lane. Despite efforts to save him, the motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The accident serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers of merging and changing lanes on busy highways, especially for motorcyclists. State Police are reminding all drivers to remain vigilant and alert while driving, especially in heavy traffic conditions. The identities of the individuals involved have not been released, pending notification of next of kin. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and it is unclear if any charges will be filed in connection with the incident.
Our thoughts go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased motorcyclist during this difficult time. We urge all drivers to exercise caution and abide by traffic laws to prevent further tragic accidents like this one.
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