Crime & Safety

Elderly Woman in Serious Condition After Waltham Crash

The victim was taken to a local hospital after the car she was driving hit a utility pole.

An 88-year-old woman is in serious condition after the car she was driving struck a utility pole at around 1:38 p.m., according to Waltham Police.

The incident began when officers responded to a report of a car crashing into the pole at 135 Second Ave. Officers found the 2005 Buick Rendezvous had struck the police. 

The woman was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital where she is being treated for her injuries, according to police. 

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The Waltham Police Accident Reconstruction Team is investigating the crash. 


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