Two crashes result in driver taken to New Bedford hospital, officers injured rescuing driver

A driver and two police officers were injured after two local crashes.

According to the Lakeville Fire Department, the first crash occurred at the end of Long Point Road at 7:16 p.m. Tuesday night. A driver failed to navigate the corner and rolled into the Great Quittacas. The vehicle came to rest in about 3 feet of water on its side.

At the time of the crash, Ambulance 3 was committed to a medical emergency for an unresponsive male. A recall was issued, allowing for the response of Engines 1, Engine 2, Ambulance 2, Car 2, and Car 1.

Prior to the arrival of firefighters, police officers entered the water and were able to free the driver by breaking out a window. both officers were treated at the scene for minor cuts from the broken glass.

Ambulance 2 transported an adult female to St Lukes Hospital with injuries that did not appear to be serious.

Firefighters remained on the scene to assist with the removal of the vehicle from the pond. New Bedford Water was present to monitor for contamination of the water.

At 4:45 a.m. Wednesday morning, a vehicle failed to navigate the S Curves on Bedford Street (area of 368 Bedford Street). Despite considerable damage to the vehicle, the driver managed to vacate the scene.

Crews remained on scene until hazards were mitigated.