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Massachusetts teen dies from injuries sustained in Route 24 crash, family looking for crash details from the public
A Massachusetts teen has died from injuries sustained in a Tuesday highway crash.
According to Trooper Leah M. O’Connell, at approximately 11:00 a.m., Troopers along with West Bridgewater Fire and EMS responded to a single vehicle rollover crash with ejection on Route 24 South at the 27.2 mile marker in West Bridgewater.
According to a GoFundMe fundraiser and those who knew her, 18-year-old Nataliya O’ Connell suffered serious, life-altering injuries, and was medflighted to a Boston hospital.
Her boyfriend described her as “the sweetest, most caring soul you could ever meet. She loves her friends and loves her family more than anything.”
According to an obituary, O’ Connell passed away on Saturday.
A man who stated he is a cousin of O’Connell is looking for anyone who may have information on the crash.
“As you all know our beautiful cousin Nataliya O’Connell fought hard until the end from her tragic injuries as a result of the accident. So many prayers, love and thoughtful comments and posts along with the Go Fund Me for her family are so appreciated. It is truly remarkable the network of loving friends she has.
“Going forward, the State Police ask for any and all leads in their investigation. They have several, but as this investigation moves forward, they need as much information as possible to find the other driver responsible. Please, if you know anyone that had a dash cam or witnessed the accident, have them get in touch with the State Police Barracks in Middleboro. Thank you very much, and very sorry for all your loss. Nataliya has some great forever friends.”