The Salem News has reported that an 18-year-old male driver collided into a Peabody home at around 2:00 a.m. this past Sunday morning, trapping him inside the burning car.
What Happened
The teenaged driver reportedly fell asleep while behind the wheel and initially hit a tree stump and a rock wall prior to crashing into the house at 48 Herrick Road. The vehicle flipped onto its side and came to a rest against the house. The home and the vehicle caught on fire following the impact.
Emergency crews were able to rescue the teen from his burning car by breaking the passenger-side window so that they could lift him out of the vehicle. Fire trucks quickly arrived on scene and had the flames under control. Authorities reported that nobody was in the house when the crash occurred. The teen was transported to a Boston hospital for treatment of minor injuries and was released today.
The Dangers of Driver Fatigue
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), driver fatigue can stem from inadequate sleep, long work hours, certain medications, skipping meals, or a combination of these and other factors that contribute to drowsiness among drivers. The DOT reports that individuals who become drowsy behind the wheel should do their best to choose a safe place to pull over and rest.
When to Contact a Massachusetts Personal Injury Law Firm
Have you sustained serious injuries in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts because of someone else’s negligence? Call a Boston personal injury attorney with Kiley Law Group at (888) 208-1695 to find out about your legal options before you sign any forms, give a statement to an insurance company, or hire a lawyer.
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