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Massachusetts State Police release name of Fall River motorcycle rider killed in crash

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Motorcycle photo courtesy of Pamela Jean

The name of a Fall River man killed in a motorcycle crash this weekend has been released.

According to Tim McGuirk of Massachusetts State Police, shortly after 5:00 p.m. Saturday, State Police responded to a serious motorcycle crash involving 2 other vehicles, on Route 6 east in Somerset on Veterans Memorial Bridge before Route 79.  

Personnel from the Dartmouth Barracks, the Collision Analysis & Reconstruction Unit (CARS), Crime Scene Services Section (CSSS), and the Bristol County Detective Unit responded to the scene along with MassDOT officials. 

The right lane was closed until shortly before 8:00 p.m. for the safety of motorists, investigators, and highway officials. 

The motorcycle operator was transported to a Fall River hospital where he was pronounced dead. He is identified as 34-year-old Eric Mareiro. 

McGuirk offered condolences to Mareiro’s loved ones on behalf of Massachusetts State Police.

The crash is still under investigation.

5 Comments

  1. A friend

    August 18, 2024 at 6:53 pm

    He was a good man and a great father and husband. I can’t believe this happened. You will be missed my friend. Till we meet again. rest in peace.

    • Ana

      August 18, 2024 at 10:33 pm

      I’m so sorry for your loss 🙏

  2. Ana

    August 18, 2024 at 10:32 pm

    Unfortunately it happens too often and it’s so sad to hear that especially with two children and a wife he leaves behind, my prayers are with his family and friends 🙏

  3. Lynn Carvalho

    August 19, 2024 at 8:46 am

    People please put your phones AWAY AND DRIVE
    Yes this happens too much
    I used to ride my Harley but would NEVER ride these days….everyones on their phones not paying attention…..so sorry to the family this is a tragedy….too young…pay attention people!!!!… poor kids don’t have a dad anymore…..not knowing who’s fault it is but it just needs to Be said
    …PAY ATTENTION OUT THERE!

  4. Steve

    August 20, 2024 at 11:03 pm

    Speed kills. Accidents Happen. So Young, So Sad. R.I.P. Bro. My Condolences & Prayer’s for Him & His Loved One’s.🙏🏼

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