Teen Killed in SUV Collision on Route 44 in Raynham, MA
RAYNHAM, MA — An 18-year-old male from Brockton was struck and killed by an SUV on Route 44 early Tuesday morning.
Authorities responded to a report of the incident at approximately 6:15 a.m. near South Street West, where the pedestrian was found. Raynham Fire and Rescue provided immediate medical care before transporting him to Boston Medical Center – South in Brockton, where he was later pronounced dead.
Preliminary investigations indicate that a Honda CR-V, driven by a 37-year-old man from Taunton, was traveling westbound on Route 44 when it hit the pedestrian. The driver and a passenger were evaluated at Morton Hospital in Taunton and remained at the scene post-incident.
Police issued a traffic advisory around 7 a.m., urging drivers to avoid the area due to lane closures and active emergency response. Witnesses reported multiple police vehicles and a fire truck at the scene, located outside a Dunkin' shop.
As of 9:30 a.m., the teenager's identity has not been released, and it remains unclear if charges will be filed. The investigation is ongoing, led by State Police detectives from the Bristol District Attorney's Office and Raynham Police.