sponsor
Homepage > Boston News
E-Mail News Alerts
Get breaking news and daily headlines.
Browse all e-mail newsletters
Related To Story

Catch Basin Cover Crashes Windshield, Injures Driver

Highway Lanes Shut Down

POSTED: 6:06 am EDT July 27, 2007
UPDATED: 8:50 am EDT July 27, 2007

Police were investigating an accident on Route 128 in Westwood Friday morning that sent a catch basin cover crashing through a car windshield, injuring the driver.

The accident happened just before 6 a.m. when a tractor-trailer dislodged the cover and it flew into the windshield of a 2003 Toyota Corolla. The car then smashed into a Jersey barrier.

A Medflight helicopter was called to pick up the motorist, who was taken to Brigham & Women's Hospital with serious injuries.

There was no word on the male driver's identity.

Two lanes on the northbound side of the highway near University Avenue were closed.

Traffic was backed up beyond Interstate 95 on the northbound side and extended as far back as Braintree. Traffic on Interstate 95 north was also backed up. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes.

NewsCenter 5 and the Boston Channel. com will have updates as they become available. Refresh this page for details.

Links We Like
Sponsored Content
There is no absolute number of drinks per day that defines alcoholism. Learn the behavior and body reactions that constitute alcoholism. More

If you’re starting to feel like your home needs a little warmth, try these helpful hints to make your living space just a little more cozy. More

If you’re feeling like you’re not doing what you’re supposed to, take this quiz and take control of your working destiny. More

With the holiday season fast approaching, most of us plan to repeat the new-age tradition of online shopping. Check out the best sites and find that perfect gift for less. More

Don’t be left out. Make the switch to Digital TV.
Tina Fey's husband tells Vanity Fair how the former "Saturday Night Live" and "30 Rock" star got the facial scar that has been a mystery to her fans for years. More
Slideshow: Facts About Tina Fey

PhotoVote
Check out this week's PhotoVote contest, "Santa's Lap."
Plus, navigate through our archives.
Favorites: Cute Kittens | Odd Couples | Oops
Sponsored Links