By Crash News Writer 
Charlton, MA (July 12, 2025) — A serious collision involving a car and a tractor-trailer caused significant delays for drivers on the Massachusetts Turnpike early Thursday morning.
According to reports, the crash occurred on July 11 at approximately mile marker 79.8 on the eastbound side of the Mass Pike, just before the Charlton rest stop. The impact of the collision resulted in emergency crews shutting down the right lane to manage the crash scene and conduct necessary roadway repairs.
Traffic backed up significantly, stretching as far as Interstate 84 in Sturbridge, with delays expected to continue well into Friday morning. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation announced that the right lane will remain closed until 5 a.m. Friday near the crash site to allow crews to complete emergency work.
Injuries have been reported, but officials have not yet confirmed how many people were hurt or the severity of their conditions. Details about what caused the car and tractor-trailer to collide have not yet been released as investigators continue to examine the scene. Drivers traveling through the area are advised to plan for heavy delays or seek alternate routes until the roadway fully reopens.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
- Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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