CUMBERLAND, R.I. (WJAR) — A crash on I-295 northbound on Friday at 3:30 p.m. resulted in two fatalities and significant traffic delays.
The collision occurred near the Mendon Road overpass, involving a white vehicle that reportedly lost control and crossed the median into oncoming traffic, colliding head-on with a black pickup truck.
According to the Rhode Island State Police, one victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Another sustained serious injuries and was transported to Rhode Island Hospital, where they later died.
Authorities confirmed that all three northbound lanes were closed for several hours while crews cleared debris and conducted an investigation.
Witnesses described the chaotic scene, noting that surrounding vehicles scattered across the lanes following the impact.
The identities of those involved have not yet been released. State Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.