Friday, July 27, 2012

Fatal hit and run in Springfield

About 8:30 PM tonight, Springfield PD and Fire departments responded to 685 Sumner Ave for a reported hit and run involving a female pushing a baby carriage. Captain Collins with Springfield PD says that a 30 year old woman was struck and thrown into oncoming traffic subsequently being struck by another vehicle. She was transported to an area hospital where she passed away. The child said to be between 2 and 3years old was uninjured during the crash. Police are looking for a white Ford escort wagon with a blue decal on the rear and a missing side view mirror. Anyone with information is requested to call Springfield Police at (413)-787-6355.

Updated-5:30 AM-7/28-The vehicle has been located and a possible operator has been identified. They are still trying to locate that person.

1 comment:

  1. This is tragic. Even though we all have the proper care to our selves, still accident is there. In driving safety should be always there to avoid some instances like this.

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