HOLYOKE, Hampden County, Mass., Nov. 13, 2026 — An adult man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a vehicle struck him on Wednesday morning, November 11, at the intersection of Northampton St and South St in Holyoke.
Authorities were called to the scene at about 6:45 a.m. The driver stayed at the scene following the crash. The man was taken to a local hospital; no update on his condition has been released.
Holyoke Police and the Massachusetts State Police are investigating the crash, Holyoke Police spokesperson Brian Keenan said in a statement issued on Thursday. No additional details, including what led up to the crash, have been released.
The intersection has seen a pedestrian crash before. In February 2024, a pedestrian was struck shortly after 6 p.m. at South St and Charles St, a different intersection than Wednesday's crash, and died after being taken to Baystate Medical Center.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Massachusetts
This pedestrian crash happened at Northampton St and South St in Holyoke, MA. Our Massachusetts intersections page covers intersection crashes across Massachusetts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common in pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer head injuries, broken bones, and internal injuries, since they have no protection from the impact.
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
Common factors include drivers failing to yield at crosswalks or intersections, distracted driving, low visibility, and speeding, though the cause of any specific crash is determined by investigators.
How does vehicle speed affect a pedestrian's chances of survival?
Higher speeds increase both the chance a pedestrian will be struck and the severity of their injuries, since faster impacts transfer more force and leave less time for a driver to stop.
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many occur at or near intersections and crosswalks, where the paths of vehicles and pedestrians cross most frequently.
