Name released of Bristol County High School student killed in morning crash

TAUNTON — A statement has been released from Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School Superintendent Alexandre Magalhaes concerning a fatal crash that took place this morning.

“It is with deep regret that I inform you all that we have had a student pass away unexpectedly this morning, Jan. 15., in a tragic automobile crash.

“We are all deeply saddened to hear of this tragic loss. Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of this student and the entire school community.

“Counselors will be available between the hours of 8 a.m. to noon tomorrow, Jan. 16, inside the B-P cafeteria to assist students and staff as the school community mourns the passing of this student. Counselors will also be available in the coming weeks for anyone needing their services.

“Students and the entire school community are encouraged to talk to counselors, faculty and parents, as this tragedy is sure to raise emotions, concerns, and questions by all.”

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According to Gregg Miliote of the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, a 16-year-old Rehoboth boy died this morning as a result of injuries sustained in a single-vehicle crash in Berkley.

The crash occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. in the vicinity of 76 Myricks Street. The deceased, later identified as Dylan Quinn, was a passenger in a Mazda pickup truck being operated by a 16-year-old male friend.

When first responders arrived on scene, they found the vehicle upside down in the middle of the road. The driver was transported to Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Quinn was rushed to Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, where he was pronounced deceased.

A preliminary investigation has revealed the two friends had just left a nearby Dunkin Donuts and were enroute back to Quinn’s friend’s home when the crash occurred. The vehicle was traveling south when it struck a telephone pole and a tree before rolling over and coming to rest back in the roadway.

Miliote stated that the investigation into the crash is active and ongoing and will include an accident reconstruction.