SEEKONK, Mass. — Authorities are investigating a crash in Seekonk on Monday night that claimed the life of a husband and wife.
Emergency crews responding to a report of a crash at the intersection of Lincoln Street and Route 44 just after 6 p.m. found a 2004 Corvette that had collided with a 2017 Jeep Wrangler, according to the Bristol District Attorney’s Office.
The occupants of the Corvette, Robert and Winifred Langevin, both 70, of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, died as a result of the crash.
The driver of the Jeep was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Witnesses told police that the Corvette attempted to cross Route 44 onto the south section of Lincoln Street just as the Jeep Wrangler was approaching the intersection.
In a statement, police said, “The driver of the Jeep Wrangler applied her brakes and attempted to swerve out of the way of the Corvette, but had no opportunity to do so as the Corvette had cut right in front of her vehicle.”
Police noted that criminal charges are not likely.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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