A 35-year-old Ghanaian man residing in the United States, Patrick Sarpong, has tragically died after being hit by a tractor-trailer while clearing snow from his car on a major Massachusetts highway.
The accident occurred late on February 23, 2026, along the Massachusetts Turnpike near Hopkinton, amid severe winter weather caused by a powerful blizzard affecting the region.
Authorities reported that Sarpong had finished work and was heading home when he stopped around 11:15 p.m. to remove accumulated snow from his vehicle. While he was outside attending to the snow, a passing tractor-trailer struck him.
Emergency responders arrived promptly, but Sarpong was pronounced dead at the scene due to the extent of his injuries. His body was later taken to a nearby hospital, where medical personnel confirmed his death.
Officials from the Massachusetts State Police noted that Hopkinton was not subject to any travel restrictions at the time of the crash, despite the blizzard.
Sergeant Gregory Jones of the Massachusetts State Police explained that the highway remained open, and drivers were allowed to travel.
A thorough investigation has been launched to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the accident, including factors such as visibility, driver actions, and potential contributions of the severe weather.
Authorities have stated that further updates will be released as the inquiry continues.
Source: Ghanaweb
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