R.I. couple killed, driver on the ground injured when plane crashes onto highway in Dartmouth

Plane Crash on Highway in Dartmouth

A small airplane crashed onto Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts, during Monday morning rush hour, killing two people from Rhode Island on board.

The crash occurred as a nor'easter was bringing rain and strong winds to the area. Despite the severity of the crash, no motorists were seriously injured, according to New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell.

A woman whose car was struck by debris was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, state police reported. Videos from the scene show black smoke billowing from the plane's fuselage, which came to rest on its side, with rubble scattered across the grassy median and nearby forest.

A woman whose car was struck was taken to a hospital for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, according to state police.

Officials have not provided further details on the incident. Author's summary: Plane crash kills two on Massachusetts highway.

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Boston.com Boston.com — 2025-10-14