2 Hospitalized After Truck Crashes into Building in Somerville, Massachusetts

The crash occurred on Friday afternoon

Two people were taken to the hospital after a truck crashed into a building in Somerville, Massachusetts on Friday afternoon.

According to the City of Somerville, the accident occurred at 251 Highland Ave. when a truck somehow struck the front of a nail salon. Two people were taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

The street was closed while crews worked to remove the truck.

Police were investigating the exact cause of the crash.

Medline Industries Inc., the company who owns the truck, said in a statement that they were also investigating what happened and were working to help with the repairs.

“The safety of all involved is our primary concern. We are actively investigating what happened today and working to assist in the repair of the impacted building. Immediately after the incident, our local leadership team and insurance representatives were onsite to help ensure the safety of our driver, the store owner and those involved. We are also working with local authorities to help in any way we can,” the statement read.

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