RANDOLPH, Mass. – A teenager has died from injuries sustained in a violent crash in Randolph that also claimed the life of his younger brother, authorities announced Thursday.
Officers responding to a report of an accident in the area of 701 North Main Street shortly before 10:30 p.m. Tuesday found a 2011 Nissan Altima that had gone off the road and struck a tree, according to Norfolk District Attorney Michael W. Morrissey. .
Makhi Boston, 18, of Brockton, was taken to Boston Medical Center, where he eventually died. His younger brother, Terry Boston, Jr., 15, also of Brockton, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two other passengers were taken by ambulance to local hospitals for treatment.
An investigation indicated Makhi was driving the vehicle at the time of the crash, according to the DA’s office.
“The Randolph Police and the Norfolk District Attorney’s Office would like to extend our sincere condolences to the parents, family and friends of these two young men,” Morrissey said in a statement.
Rahshaun Burkes, who coached both brothers in their younger football years, described the boys as dedicated young men from a great family with bright futures ahead of them.
The investigation into the facts and circumstances of the accident remains open and ongoing.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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