Cameron Rodrigues, 19, killed when his car departs roadway, strikes pole and tree off of Route 140 in New Bedford, Massachusetts
Modified Date:
Mon, 04/26/2021 - 2:47pmAccident Date:
Sunday, April 25, 202119-year-old dies after being ejected from car in New Bedford crash
Massachusetts State Police said they received a call around 2:30 a.m. for a report of a car into the woods near the off-ramp from Route 140 North to Exit 7. New Bedford Fire and EMS also responded to the scene.
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An investigation revealed that man crashed off the ramp, struck a metal post, and hit a tree before being ejected from the sedan.
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Police say they also believe that an unknown vehicle traveled down the off ramp after the crash and dragged the victim to the area where he was eventually found.
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The preliminary investigation showed Rodrigues was driving in the grass on the left side of the road and hit a tree, causing him to be ejected from the vehicle, according to police.
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Type: Car Accident
People Involved:
Cameron Rodrigues
Roadway:
Route 140City:
New Bedford, MACounty:
Bristol County, MA
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