A tragic car crash in Worcester resulted in the death of one woman and left another hospitalized. The incident occurred on Tuesday night at the intersection of Clover and South Ludlow Streets, where a driver struck two pedestrians before hitting another car. The victim who lost her life was a 35-year-old woman, while the other victim sustained less serious injuries. The Worcester City Council had recently voted to reduce the citywide speed limit to 25 miles per hour following concerns about pedestrian safety, with over 90 pedestrian-involved crashes reported in 2024. The crash comes on the heels of the council’s decision and highlights the ongoing road safety issues in the city, leading officials to declare a “Road Safety and Traffic Violence Crisis” back in July after a 13-year-old girl was killed in a similar incident. An investigation into the recent crash is still ongoing. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety measures and the need for continued efforts to protect pedestrians in Worcester.
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