BOSTON — A man was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a fire truck in Boston on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
The crash occurred in the area of Bowdoin Street near Geneva Avenue in the city’s Dorchester neighborhood just before 12:30 p.m., according to the Boston Police Department
The 34-year-old victim, whose name hasn’t been released, was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Video from the scene showed members of the Boston Police Auto Investigations Unit gathering evidence and the fire truck in question roped off with yellow tape.
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The Boston Fire Department said the fire engine involved in the accident was responding to an emergency call in Dorchester.
“Our department is saddened by this accident and our thoughts are with the pedestrian,” said Fire Commissioner and Chief Paul Burke. “The Boston Fire Department will be cooperating fully with the investigation.”
The cause of the collision remains under investigation.
The Suffolk District Attorney’s Office is assisting with the investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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