14-year-old dies after motorbike crash in Wareham

Gino DeAngelis,

WAREHAM, Mass. (WLNE) — The Plymouth County District Attorney’s Office said that a 14-year-old died after a motocross accident on June 16.

The Wareham Police Department added that an officer was involved in a crash while responding to the incident.

The officer, alongside Wareham EMS and Onset Fire Department, responded to Atwood Farm Way in East Wareham around 12:30 p.m.

The juvenile was transported to Tobey Hospital where they were pronounced deceased.

The officer was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The track, Diamond MX, released the following statement on Facebook:

With sadness in our hearts we must address a tragedy that happened today at the track. The Diamond MX family extends our deepest condolences to the riders family and all involved. Due to the nature of the situation we can not get into any names or details.
Diamond MX is committed to providing a safe riding experience. We can confidently say all safety measures were taken and in place today.
The Motocross community partakes in riding for the fun, freedom and escape it provides for us. With that being said we also know the risk that is involved. As an owner operator this is the first tragic accident that has happened on our watch. I can’t explain how much this has shaken me. I wanted to get involved for all the positive things the sport brought to the riders and to the community. I also did this for a place for my family to enjoy also. This is a part of business nobody enjoys or plans for.
Out of respect for the family and track employees we will be closed tomorrow and update the community on the website. Please pray for their family. Rest assured with some time to wrap our heads around this tragic event, we will respond in a fashion fit for the situation and in support of the family.
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