Report ID: 2026-05-20
NCIC#: Unknown
Officer ID#: Unknown
Traffic Unit 1: Passenger Vehicle (wrong-way southbound driver)
Traffic Unit 2: Multiple passenger vehicles (northbound)
Occupants: Unknown
Injuries/Fatalities: One person transported to the hospital; injuries not considered life-threatening
Vehicle Damage: Multiple vehicles damaged
Property Damage: Unknown
Road Surface: Unknown
Manner of Impact: Wrong-way head-on/multi-vehicle collision; southbound vehicle crossed median into northbound lanes
Pedestrian/Cyclist Location: N/A
Narrative
On Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at approximately 4:20 p.m., a wrong-way crash occurred on Route 3 northbound near Westford Road in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. A vehicle traveling southbound on Route 3 crossed the median and collided with several vehicles on the northbound side of the highway.
One person was transported to a local hospital; their injuries were not considered life-threatening. Multiple vehicles were involved, and the crash caused significant traffic delays, with northbound traffic restricted to the left lane while vehicles were towed from the scene.
The incident remains under investigation by Massachusetts State Police, and it is unclear whether any charges will be filed at this time. Full details are developing.
If you or someone you love was injured in this Route 3 wrong-way crash in Chelmsford, understanding your legal rights starts with the facts. A crash report can be a critical first step in any injury claim. Victims and their families are encouraged to get their free crash report to help protect their interests as the investigation moves forward.
This report contains details provided by WCVB and is NOT an official crash report.
