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Massachusetts State Police release name of Fall River motorcycle rider killed in crash
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.
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 🙏
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 🙏
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!
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.🙏🏼