Driver Charged in Bourne Crash Injuring Three, Bridge Closed
BORNE, MA — A driver is facing charges following a crash on the Bourne Bridge that injured three people Friday night.
According to Massachusetts State Police, the incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. when a Ford F-250 rear-ended an SUV, resulting in three occupants of the SUV requiring hospitalization. One individual sustained serious trauma injuries.
The driver of the Ford F-250, identified as Garret Mullen, 37, of Lewiston, Maine, was arrested on-site. Authorities reported that Mullen was allegedly driving under the influence and was found in possession of an illegal firearm. He is charged with Operating Under the Influence (OUI), firearm offenses, and speeding.
Mullen is scheduled for arraignment at Falmouth District Court on Monday.
Traffic to and from Cape Cod was halted on the bridge for approximately one hour due to the incident. Authorities have not provided updates on the condition of those injured.