In Devens, Massachusetts, a horrific accident occurred early in the morning when a driver crashed their truck into a health center and the vehicle subsequently caught fire, leading to the driver’s death. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, which is believed to have been deliberate based on information provided by a law enforcement source. The facility, TaraVista Behavioral Health Care Center on Patton Road, specializes in providing inpatient psychiatric care for children and adults across Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire.
Fortunately, no one inside the facility suffered any injuries as the truck crashed into unoccupied administration offices rather than patient rooms. State police, the state Fire Marshal’s Office, and Devens police are conducting an investigation into the incident but a motive remains unclear at this time. The CEO of the health center assured that the building remains structurally sound and all patients and staff are safe and accounted for. With a full patient capacity, the facility will resume accepting new patients as scheduled.
The quick action of the staff ensured everyone’s safety within the facility despite its tragic nature. The incident was praised for effectively managing a crisis situation that could have had much worse outcomes. Family members of patients are encouraged to contact the facility directly for any necessary information or support as additional details on the incident were not immediately available but efforts to support those involved are ongoing.
