Crime & Safety

Truck Slams Into Occupied Medford Home

An 87-year-old woman was asleep inside the home when the crash occurred.

Photo Credit: WHDH, 7-News

A dump truck crashed into a Medford home Wednesday morning, startling one elderly woman who was asleep inside.

The truck slammed into the home at the corner of Boston Avenue and North Street.

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An 87-year-old woman was home and asleep when the crash occurred, Medford fire officials told WHDH, 7-News. She was not harmed, but shocked by the loud noise caused by the crash.

Traffic was backed during the rush hour commute as crews worked to clear the wreckage from the scene. The truck was towed away.

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It’s unclear what caused the crash at this time. Police are investigating.

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