Averi Costa-Burton, Dorryn Robinson Obituary, Death – A deadly single-car crash in Raynham late Monday night left two people dead and a third critically injured. The incident occurred just after 9 p.m. when a 2017 Hyundai Elantra, traveling down East Britannia Street, left the road and became airborne before crashing into a tree. According to Raynham Police, the car was found leaning against the tree after the crash, with one of the passengers still inside the vehicle and the driver ejected from the car.
The driver, 26-year-old Averi Costa-Burton from Fall River, was transported to Morton Hospital in Taunton, where he later died from his injuries. One of the passengers, 28-year-old Dorryn Robinson from New Bedford, was pronounced dead at the scene. The second passenger, a 25-year-old man from Fall River, was sitting in the back seat at the time of the crash. He suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence via a medical rescue helicopter. His name has not been released at this time.
The Raynham Police Department is collaborating with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office to determine the cause of the crash. However, no additional details have been provided as the investigation is still ongoing. Authorities are working to gather more information and piece together the events leading up to the fatal accident.
This crash has left the community in shock, with many questioning what may have led to such a tragic outcome. At this time, it remains unclear whether speed, weather conditions, or other factors may have contributed to the loss of control that caused the car to veer off the road.
The investigation is still in its early stages, and Raynham police have asked for any potential witnesses to come forward with information that could help with the case. As of now, authorities have not released further specifics about the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The crash has also raised concerns about road safety in the area, prompting local officials to call for heightened awareness and caution, especially during late-night driving. The community continues to mourn the loss of those involved, and the victims’ families are being offered support during this difficult time.
This incident underscores the unpredictable nature of driving and the tragic consequences that can result from a single moment of lost control. As the investigation progresses, authorities hope to shed more light on the factors that led to this heartbreaking tragedy.