BRIDGEWATER, Mass. — A Tuesday evening crash in Bridgewater has left a local community mourning after a 55-year-old woman was struck and killed by an SUV. Authorities identified the victim as Lee Marie Hagerty, a resident of Bridgewater. The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office said the incident remains under investigation as officials work to determine exactly what happened.
The collision occurred around 5:15 p.m. at the intersection of Route 104 and Vernon Street, a well-traveled area in town. Bridgewater police responded to reports of a pedestrian being hit by a vehicle and quickly secured the scene. Emergency crews also arrived to provide immediate medical assistance.
Investigators said Hagerty was walking in the area when she was struck by a Honda CR-V. Police have not released details about where Hagerty was positioned at the time of the crash or whether she was using a crosswalk. The circumstances leading up to the collision have not yet been made public.
First responders transported Hagerty to Boston Medical Center South in Brockton for treatment. Despite efforts by emergency personnel and hospital staff, authorities said she later died from her injuries. News of her death has deeply affected residents in Bridgewater, where neighbors expressed sadness over the sudden loss.
According to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office, the 66-year-old man driving the SUV remained at the scene after the crash and cooperated with police. At this time, no charges have been filed. Officials have not said whether speed, visibility, road conditions, or impairment may have played a role in the collision.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and additional information is expected to be released once authorities complete their review. Police are examining evidence from the scene and may analyze traffic patterns, lighting, and other contributing factors. As the community remembers Lee Marie Hagerty, officials are reminding drivers and pedestrians to remain alert, especially at busy intersections during evening hours.
