Worcester boating accident being investigated

WORCESTER, Mass. (MyFoxBoston.com) -- Police are investigating a boating accident that took place overnight Wednesday.

Authorities tell a FOX 25 photographer on the scene that a boat on Lake Quinsigamond struck a barge around 1:30 a.m.

The boat reportedly sank in the lake.

Officials are taking a look at whether one of the safety lights on that barge was working at the time of the crash.

Four people were on the boat and there were reports of injuries. One is reportedly a 28-year-old Millbury man listed in critical condition.