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Michael Iovanna, 50, and Chester Hincman, 40, killed after a red Ferrari crashes and catches fire, leading to a building fire on Peabody Street in Middleton, Massachusetts

Modified Date: 
Wed, 10/22/2014 - 7:58pm
Accident Date: 
Sunday, October 19, 2014

2 dead after car crash in Middleton

Officials said that speeding could have been a factor but they are still investigating the cause.

2 Dead After Ferrari Crashes in Middleton

Authorities say two men died when the Ferrari they were in struck a tree and burst into flames in Middleton.

Fiery Ferrari crash remains under investigation

Michael Iovanna, the owner of Pride Motor Group, was identified as the driver of the Ferrari that crashed into a tree on Peabody Street in Middleton Sunday night and burst into flames.  

Pride Motor Group President Killed in Crash

A neighbor described hearing a rocket-like sound before a loud crash. When he ran outside his house, he said the car was on fire.

Middleton Ferrari Crash: 2 Men Killed, Sports Car Slammed Into Tree, Explodes Into Flames That Shot 30 Feet Into Air, Case Remains Under Investigation

"At this time, accident reconstruction is doing its investigation," said Middleton Police Chief James DiGianvittorio. "It appears speed may have been a factor based on the area, the time of night and the way the car ended up."

Police: 2 Killed in Crash, Fire

"One of the homeowners called us to let us know that the accident happened. They heard the car coming, they heard the screech, they heard the bang, they saw the flames," DiGianvittorio said. "It appears that it went off the road, spun out, and burst into flames."

Lynnway auto dealer mourned by colleagues

Lynnway car dealership employees joined Michael Iovanna’s family and friends Monday in remembering the Pride Motors president as “a straight shooter who wore his heart on his sleeve.”

Victims identified in Middleton car crash

In the wake of the accident, flowers and handwritten notes were left as a memorial at the crash scene.

Danvers man killed in Middleton crash

The passenger in the car has been identified as Chester Hincman, 40,  of 4 Sharons Way, Danvers.
Two men are dead after a crash in Middleton Sunday night. The accident led to a building fire after the vehicle caught fire on Peabody Street just after 6 p.m.
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Fire, High-Speed/Excessive Speed, Property Damage
People Involved: 
Michael Iovanna
Chester Hincman
Roadway: 
Peabody Street
City: 
Middleton, MA
County: 
Essex County, MA
Area: 
Boston, MA

Comments

Submitted by crapiola fabiola on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 6:51am

the owner of this ferrari had been arrested in past for oui. maybe a rich businessman but rumor was he had drug and alcohol issues..

Submitted by Max on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 7:00am

Bottom line is he and his passenger are dead. Have some compassion for the families. We will all be judged when the time comes. That is not your job.

Submitted by hellome on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 9:50am

I have compassion but don't make the guy out to be some upstanding citizen. he had drug and alcohol issues..

Submitted by kp on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 4:14pm

this was an accident period. You shouldn't comment if you didn't know Michael he was and always be remembered as a caring, loving, real person he is a true car guy R.I.P. my little brother tell Ralph, Pat, Walter and Jack and Chief I miss them I love you Michael!!!!

Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 5:28pm

didn't know him but he had an OUI record - can't hide that fact -may have been accident but he MAY have been drunk given his record.

Submitted by hoop on Wed, 10/22/2014 - 1:44am

mikey eye ... rip brother heaven just got a hell of lot Funnier....
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Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 8:03pm

That may have been in the past ? People change Michael was generous and compassionate man who was always of service to everyone he will be truly missed I will miss you Mike , Ron Pontremoli

Submitted by Greg on Wed, 08/19/2015 - 1:09pm
I agree, Mike was a gentleman that I came to know through boating he was a cautious and kind man with a great sence of humor. We are all at a loss. "...Judge not lest yee be judged..."

Submitted by bill bailey on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 5:26pm

faile to mention mr. iovanna has been arrested in past for oui...poor hincman guy

Submitted by Marlene McCabe on Tue, 10/21/2014 - 9:35pm

So TRAGIC...!! Both Chester Hincman and Michael Iovanna leave a wife and 2 children each, in addition to many other family members. A friend of mine was the mother-in-law of Chester Hincman, and I babysat for Michael Iovanna when he was under a year old. Two young and very successful men are now gone way too soon. My Heartfelt and Deepest Sympathy go out to their families. They will be sorely missed, never forgotten, and may they Rest in Peace always.

Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/23/2014 - 1:57pm

let the guy rest in peace

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