New Bedford Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Local Man
New Bedford, MA—A 21-year-old motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries following a crash with a car on Friday night, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office.
The collision occurred at approximately 9:55 p.m. at the intersection of Walnut Street and S Sixth Street. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and New Bedford Police responded to multiple 911 calls regarding the incident.
First responders located the motorcyclist, identified as Anthony Navarro Rodriguez, suffering from severe injuries. He was transported to a local hospital before being airlifted by Med Flight for urgent care. Rodriguez was pronounced dead on Sunday.
A Saturn sedan involved in the crash remained at the scene, and the driver is cooperating with authorities. Their identity has not been disclosed.
The cause of the crash is currently under investigation, and authorities have not confirmed any further details.