Authorities identify 2 teens who were killed in Attleboro crash

ATTLEBORO, Mass. — Authorities have identified the two teens who were killed over the weekend in a crash in Attleboro that left the vehicle they were riding in split in two.

Troopers responding to a report of a crash in the area of West Street around 4:20 a.m. Sunday found a 2006 Infiniti G35 that had smashed into a tree, according to Massachusetts State Police.

Michael Ward, 19, and Benjamin Kelley, 18, both of Attleboro, were pronounced dead at the scene.

A preliminary investigation indicates that the Infiniti crossed the center line, veered off the road, and collided with the tree.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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