Fall River school releases name of teen who died in dirt bike crash

Police are investigating a crash that took place Tuesday afternoon.

According to police, the Fall River Police Department is currently investigating a dirt bike accident involving a juvenile operator in the area of Atlantis Charter School, 991 Jefferson Street.

The call came in just before 3:45 p.m. and involved a boy, according to scanner transmissions.

The boy had been transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.

According to the Atlantis Charter School, the boy has died from his injuries.

“Dear Atlantis community, 

“I am incredibly saddened to share news of the passing of one of our high school students. Bentley Souza was involved in an accident earlier today and did not survive. On behalf of our entire school community, I share my deepest condolences with all who knew Bentley, but especially his family and close friends, who are enduring an unimaginable loss at this time. 

“Atlantis is offering grief counseling for anyone in our school community looking for help processing this tragedy. We will be at the Upper School tomorrow, Wednesday, from 9am to 12pm. As we navigate the next few days, we will provide further updates as needed. In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly at robert.beatty@atlantiscs.org if you need anything.”