Man Killed in Crash on I-495 in Westford, MA

Westford, MA (August 6, 2026) – A 63-year-old man from Londonderry, New Hampshire, lost his life early Wednesday, August 5, following a two-vehicle collision on Interstate 495 North in Westford.

Massachusetts State Police said troopers were called to the highway at approximately 12:51 a.m. after receiving reports of the crash. When they arrived, they found that the driver of one of the vehicles had been ejected and sustained fatal injuries.

Traffic on I-495 North was affected for several hours while investigators documented the scene and removed the vehicles involved. All lanes reopened by approximately 4:45 a.m. The identity of the other driver and additional details about the collision have not been released.

The circumstances leading to the wreck remain under investigation. 

We extend our sincere condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones during this challenging time.

Why Can Crash Reconstruction Be Critical After a Fatal Collision in Westford, MA?

Fatal motor vehicle collisions in Westford, MA require a detailed investigation to determine exactly how they occurred. In Massachusetts, crash reconstruction can become one of the most important tools for establishing liability when the available evidence is limited or the drivers’ accounts conflict.

Investigators may examine vehicle damage, tire marks, roadway conditions, electronic data, and the final resting positions of the vehicles to understand the sequence of events.

The findings from a reconstruction can influence both insurance claims and potential wrongful death litigation. When a driver has died, surviving family members may rely on objective evidence to establish negligence because the deceased is no longer able to provide their own account.

Witness statements, surveillance footage, photographs, and forensic analysis may all become valuable pieces of the investigation.

Massachusetts law allows eligible families to pursue a wrongful death claim when another person’s negligence caused a fatal collision. Because evidence can become more difficult to preserve as time passes, understanding the available documentation early is often beneficial. 

A wrongful death attorney can review the investigative findings, identify additional sources of evidence when appropriate, and explain how Massachusetts law applies to the family’s circumstances.

At Stephen Law, we are here to help families understand how the wrongful death process works under Massachusetts law. We can review your case and walk you through what steps may be available for you.  

To learn more, contact Stephen Law at (877) 663-1007 to speak directly with a member of our team. 

Note: This post has been prepared using information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. The details of the incident have not been independently verified. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Stephen Law Group so our team can promptly review and update the content to ensure accuracy and reliability.

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