Flames Engulf Braintree Overpass After Midnight Crash

Just before the clock struck 1 a.m. on Friday, a car slammed into the Washington Street overpass in Braintree, Massachusetts, and the impact sparked a sudden, fierce fire. The flames leapt up the concrete structure, lighting the night sky and drawing a startled crowd of late‑night drivers.

NewsCenter 5 crew members who were nearby reported seeing a single person pulled from the wreckage and hurried into a police cruiser. The victim’s condition hasn’t been disclosed, and details about any other occupants remain sketchy.

Local law‑enforcement agencies responded quickly, cordoning off the overpass and beginning a formal investigation. At this point, officials are keeping the cause of the crash under wraps, saying they’ll release more information as it becomes available.

Traffic on Washington Street was rerouted for several hours while firefighters tackled the blaze and investigators documented the scene. Commuters were urged to seek alternate routes and to stay tuned for updates.

The incident serves as a stark reminder that even a routine late‑night drive can turn dangerous in an instant. Authorities continue to urge motorists to drive cautiously, especially on elevated roadways where visibility and reaction time can be limited.