Small Plane Crash on Massachusetts Highway Kills Two
A small plane crashed onto Interstate 195 in Dartmouth, Massachusetts today, resulting in two fatalities and one injury to a person on the ground.
The crash occurred at approximately 2:23 PM EDT on October 13, 2025, near the Faunce Corner Road exit. Authorities have identified the victims as Michael and Elizabeth DeBlois, a married couple from Middletown, Rhode Island. The injured individual was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
According to initial reports, the aircraft, a single-engine Piper PA-28, experienced an apparent mechanical failure prior to the crash. “We are investigating all possible causes at this time,” stated a spokesperson for the Massachusetts State Police. The Federal Aviation Administration is leading the investigation into the incident, and the National Transportation Safety Board will determine the probable cause. This crash highlights the ongoing need for stringent aircraft maintenance and safety regulations.
The southbound lanes of I-195 were closed for several hours following the crash, causing significant traffic delays. The Federal Aviation Administration has been notified and is sending a team to investigate. For information on aviation safety, visit the National Transportation Safety Board website.
Recovery efforts are ongoing, and authorities anticipate further updates as the investigation progresses.
