Easthampton, MA (January 8, 2025) – A 72-year-old man from Easthampton was fatally struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening on Route 10, also known as Main Street, according to local authorities.

The incident occurred around 4:45 p.m. when a southbound vehicle, driven by a 39-year-old man, struck the pedestrian near the area between South Street and Coleman Road. Emergency responders closed the roadway for several hours to investigate the fatal crash.

The Northwestern District Attorney’s Office confirmed the victim’s identity as a local resident but withheld his name pending notification of next of kin. The driver’s name has not been released, and authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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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.
• Road closures and traffic updates related to the accident scene can be found by checking with local authorities or traffic monitoring services.

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