Wrong-Way Driver Crash Leaves One Dead and Four Hospitalized at I-93 in South Boston, MA

South Boston, MA (June 28, 2026) – One person was killed, and four others were hospitalized following a series of crashes involving a wrong-way driver at I-93 in South Boston on Sunday, June 28.

The Massachusetts State Police reported that the events occurred shortly before midnight when an elderly driver was allegedly traveling in the wrong direction on a northbound highway. Investigators said a family of four attempted to avoid the oncoming vehicle and crashed while taking evasive action.

Authorities stated that the wrong-way driver then collided head-on with another vehicle. The driver of that vehicle, a man in his 20s from Haverhill, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead.

The alleged wrong-way driver was transported to an area hospital for treatment of unspecified injuries and is expected to be summoned to court at a later date.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones of the man who lost his life.

Can Families Pursue Wrongful Death Claims After a Wrong-Way Crash in South Boston, MA?

Yes, Massachusetts law may allow surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death claim when a loved one dies as the result of another driver's negligent or reckless conduct. Importantly, a civil wrongful death case can generally proceed independently of any criminal charges that may arise from the same incident.

Because wrong-way collisions often occur at highway speeds, these crashes frequently result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities. As a result, investigators typically conduct a detailed review of the events leading up to the collision, including how the driver entered the roadway, how long the vehicle traveled against traffic, and whether any opportunities existed to avoid the crash.

As the investigation progresses, evidence such as witness statements, emergency calls, traffic camera footage, and vehicle damage patterns may assist in determining the sequence of events and the extent of responsibility. In cases involving multiple vehicles, these findings can also shed light on how secondary collisions occurred and whether additional victims were injured while attempting to avoid the wrong-way driver.

After a loss, surviving family members frequently face severe emotional and financial difficulties in addition to liability concerns. Certain damages, such as funeral costs, loss of financial support, and the loss of companionship and guidance the deceased would have offered, may be recovered in Massachusetts wrongful death claims.

Because these cases frequently involve complex insurance issues and extensive investigations, a wrongful death attorney may be able to help families preserve important evidence, monitor investigative findings as they become available, and ensure that any claim fully reflects the long-term impact of the loss.

Having clear, reliable information can make things feel a bit more manageable during a difficult and uncertain time. Our team at Fiorentino Legal can walk you through the basics of injury claims in Massachusetts and explain what kinds of records are often helpful after a fatal loss.

If you’d like to speak with a wrongful death attorney and learn more about possible next steps, you can contact attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal at (617) 990-2568.

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