Rhode Island driver seriously injured after crash on Bourne’s Route 28

Early Saturday, just after dawn, a collision on Route 28 in Bourne sent a Rhode Island‑registered sedan careening into a nearby utility pole. First‑responders say the impact was severe enough that the driver, a 38‑year‑old man, was left with multiple injuries and required immediate transport to a regional trauma center.

According to the Bourne Police Department, the crash involved two vehicles—a white sedan and a silver pickup—traveling eastbound when the sedan appeared to swerve unexpectedly. The pickup struck the sedan’s driver’s side, pushing it into the pole. Police recovered the driver conscious but in obvious pain, his seatbelt still fastened.

Paramedics from the Barnstable County Ambulance Service arrived within minutes, immobilized the driver’s neck, and administered oxygen before loading him onto a stretcher. He was then air‑lifted to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston, where doctors confirmed he suffered serious internal injuries and fractures.

“We’re monitoring him closely,” said Dr. Elena Rivera, a trauma surgeon at the hospital. “His prognosis is guarded, but he’s receiving the best care we can provide.” The driver’s family, who reside in Providence, was notified and is expected to travel to Boston later today.

Investigators are still piecing together what caused the sedan to veer. No signs of alcohol or drugs were found in the preliminary report, and officials have not ruled out a medical emergency or a mechanical failure. The crash caused a temporary shutdown of Route 28 while crews cleared debris and inspected the damaged pole.

Authorities urge motorists to stay alert, especially on busy commuter routes like Route 28 that wind through the Cape’s residential neighborhoods. They also reminded drivers to keep a safe distance and avoid distractions, as even a split‑second lapse can lead to life‑changing consequences.

The Bourne Police Department will release a full report once the investigation is complete. In the meantime, community members have expressed concern and posted messages of support for the injured driver on social media, hoping for a swift recovery.