UPDATE: An Uxbridge, Massachusetts police officer has tragically died following a collision on Route 146 early this morning. The incident occurred at 12:40 a.m. while the officer was on duty assisting another driver on the northbound side of the highway.
Despite immediate lifesaving efforts by emergency responders, the officer succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash. Uxbridge Police confirmed the devastating news shortly after the incident, stating, “This is a devastating loss for our department and our community.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the officer’s family, loved ones, and fellow officers during this incredibly difficult time,”
said Uxbridge Police Chief Marc Montminy in a heartfelt statement.
The department is providing counseling services to officers and staff affected by this tragic event. Authorities have noted that Route 146 may remain closed for several hours as the investigation unfolds.
Initial reports indicate that icy road conditions from overnight freezing rain may have played a role in the crash, although the number of vehicles involved is still under investigation. Police are urging caution as hazardous conditions persist across Massachusetts.
As this situation develops, updates will be provided. The loss of a dedicated officer impacts not just the Uxbridge Police Department, but the entire community.
