Wrong-Way Driver Fatally Crashes on I-93 in Boston

A man is dead and four others injured after a driver entered Interstate 93 North in Boston traveling the wrong way, according to Massachusetts State Police and local emergency responders. The crash occurred near Andrews Square in the city’s downtown area, sending vehicles into a chain reaction that blocked multiple lanes and prompted a major traffic shutdown. Authorities have not yet released the driver’s identity or confirmed whether the incident was intentional.

Massachusetts State Police confirmed the crash at approximately 11:45 AM on June 28, 2026, near the intersection of I-93 North and Massachusetts Avenue. The wrong-way driver struck at least three vehicles before colliding with a barrier, according to witnesses who spoke to local news outlets. First responders reported that the deceased was pronounced at the scene, while the four injured—three men and one woman—were transported to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. The Boston Fire Department and Massachusetts State Police worked together to clear the scene, with traffic on I-93 North and South fully restored by 1:15 PM.

Video footage from a nearby business, captured by a security camera and shared on social media, shows the moment of impact. The clip, verified by local news stations, depicts the wrong-way driver crossing into the northbound lanes before colliding with a sedan. The video does not provide additional details about the driver’s actions or possible motives, but authorities have not ruled out foul play. “We are treating this as a serious incident and will conduct a thorough investigation,” said State Police Sergeant James Carvalho, who oversees the investigation. “Our focus is on determining what led to this tragic event and ensuring public safety on our highways.”

This is the second wrong-way crash on I-93 North in the past year. In July 2025, a similar incident near the Sullivan Tunnel resulted in two fatalities and five injuries, prompting calls for additional signage and enforcement measures. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has since installed temporary electronic signs warning drivers of the wrong-way risk, though no permanent solutions have been implemented. “Wrong-way driving remains a persistent danger on our highways,” said MassDOT spokesperson Lisa Haver in a statement. “We are working with law enforcement to identify patterns and enhance prevention efforts.”

Residents and commuters in the area expressed shock and frustration over the incident. “It’s terrifying to think someone could just drive the wrong way and cause so much destruction,” said Andrew Somerset, a local business owner who witnessed the aftermath. “We need better barriers and more warnings—this shouldn’t happen again.” The crash has also raised questions about the adequacy of current highway safety measures in Boston, where wrong-way incidents have become increasingly frequent in recent years.

For those affected by the crash, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health has set up a support line at 1-800-272-3900 for anyone seeking counseling or assistance. Families of the deceased have been advised to contact the State Police at 617-740-1234 for further information.