Two injured, one transported by Boston MedFlight to Rhode Island Hospital, after vehicle drove up on sidewalk striking pedestrians in Bristol County

MANSFIELD — Chief Ronald Sellon reports that the Mansfield Police Department responded to a motor-vehicle crash involving two pedestrians Thursday morning.

At approximately 9:45 a.m., “the Mansfield Police and Fire Departments responded to the area of 108 Oakland Street for a reported crash involving two pedestrians, a male and a female.

“A preliminary investigation indicates that a driver in a white 2012 Honda Accord drove up onto the sidewalk, striking the pedestrians.

“Mansfield Fire Department crews and Mansfield Police Department Patrol, Traffic and Detective Units responded.

“After assessing both patients, Fire Department personnel determined that due to a head injury the male pedestrian would be transported by Boston MedFlight to Rhode Island Hospital. The female pedestrian was transported by Mansfield Fire Department ambulance to Boston Medical Center – South (BMC South, formerly Good Samaritan).

“The driver was evaluated by EMS but did not require further medical attention. 

“Mansfield Police Crash Reconstructionist Officer David Kinahan was on the scene and leading an investigation into the crash.

“If residents have tips or witnessed the crash, they can call 508-261-7300, ext. 61220 or email dkinahan@mansfieldma.com.”