Wrong-Way Crash on I-395 in Webster Claims Two Lives
A wrong-way crash on Interstate 395 in Webster, Massachusetts, late Saturday night resulted in the deaths of two individuals. The incident occurred at approximately 10:17 p.m. on I-395 South near Exit 3.
According to State Police, a GMC Sierra pickup truck was traveling northbound in the left lane of the southbound side when it collided head-on with a 2012 Honda CRV SUV, which was traveling southbound. The driver of the GMC Sierra, 31-year-old Jordan Pimentel from Auburn, was pronounced dead at the scene, as was the Honda's driver, 35-year-old Kayla Morey from Dayville, Connecticut.
Morey was identified as a fourth-grade teacher at Putnam Elementary School, confirmed by Putnam Superintendent Steve Rioux. In a statement to parents, Rioux expressed condolences to Morey's family, friends, and students. The school district will provide additional counseling services in the wake of the tragedy.
Both vehicles were towed from the crash site, which was closed for approximately five hours to facilitate rescue efforts and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. The investigation is ongoing, focusing on why Pimentel was driving the wrong way and where he entered the highway.
Massachusetts State Police confirmed that both drivers suffered fatal injuries in the crash, and the investigation is continuing as authorities gather more information.