(WJAR) — The Rhode Island State Police are investigating a fatal crash on I-95 that claimed the lives of a couple on Sunday afternoon.
Bernard Omo, 73, was driving with his wife, Milagros Olmo, 69, both of Woonsocket, when their vehicle veered off the roadway and collided with another vehicle entering I-95 from Route 113 West.
Authorities said both Omo and Olmo died at the scene. The driver of the second vehicle sustained critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital.
Witnesses reported that Omo's vehicle may have experienced a medical emergency prior to the crash.
The Rhode Island State Police Department confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and no further details have been released as of yet.
Emergency response units arrived promptly to manage the incident, and lanes were temporarily closed for the investigation and cleanup.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the crash to contact the Rhode Island State Police.