HOLDEN, Worcester County, Mass., Nov. 10, 2026 — A driver died after a propane truck and a car collided on Interstate 190 on Sunday night, November 8. The crash forced a full overnight closure of the highway in both directions.
The tractor-trailer, hauling propane, was traveling in the left lane around 8:30 p.m. when it changed lanes and struck a sedan in the right lane. Both vehicles then crashed into the highway median, with the truck coming to rest in a wooded section of the median.
The truck driver, a 46-year-old man, suffered serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The sedan's driver was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.
Because of the hazard posed by the propane load, I-190 was closed in both directions overnight. Southbound traffic was diverted at exit 9 and northbound traffic at exit 4. Fire crews burned off the remaining propane from the tank on Monday morning, and all lanes and ramps reopened by 3 p.m. Monday.
The crash remains under investigation.
Our sympathies are with the family of the person who lost their life.
Local Crash Information for Holden, MA
The truck crash was reported on Interstate 190 in Holden, MA. For more crash news from the area, see our latest Worcester County crash news.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are a truck's blind spots and why do they matter?
Large trucks have wide blind spots along both sides, directly behind the trailer, and close in front of the cab. A car in one of these zones may be invisible to the driver, which can contribute to lane-change crashes like this one.
What is an underride crash?
An underride crash happens when a smaller vehicle slides partly or fully beneath a truck's trailer during a collision, usually from behind or the side. These crashes can be especially severe because the car's safety structure is not built to absorb impact at that height.
What are common causes of large-truck accidents?
Lane-change misjudgments, following too closely, driver fatigue, and mechanical problems are frequent factors in truck crashes. Investigators typically review vehicle data, road conditions, and driver logs before determining a cause.
How can drivers share the road with trucks safely?
Staying out of a truck's blind spots, leaving extra following distance, and avoiding sudden lane changes near large trucks can reduce the chance of a collision.
