There are few things in life as terrifying as a car wreck.
In the snap of a finger, your life can change due to the smallest of errors.
But police were stunned after further investigation revealed how a missing body disappeared.
These Massachusetts police officers were not prepared for this gruesome reality
Americans love to drive, with most Americans relying on vehicles as their primary form of transportation.
As a result, automobile accidents account for thousands of deaths every year.
Law enforcement officials often arrive at crash scenes before any other first responders, causing many cops to become used to chaotic car wreck scenes.
However, nothing could have prepared the officers who responded to a horrifying wreck in Massachusetts last Sunday.
On Sunday, officers responded to a wrecked vehicle on I-91 in Hatfield, Massachusetts.
According to officers, it appeared as if the driver, 31-year-old Daniel Ducharme, was ejected from the vehicle after hitting a guard rail and losing control of the vehicle.
He then rolled into an embankment before hitting multiple trees.
Further investigation determined that a black bear likely snatched his body and dragged it into the woods following the wreck.
Massachusetts State Police released a statement saying, “When first responders reached the scene, the deceased male occupant of the vehicle was outside the car and a bear was observed in the woods in the vicinity of the scene.”
Adding, “Evidence suggests the bear at some point had made contact with the victim’s body.”
Black bears live all across the nation, primarily in densely wooded areas.
Typically, black bears do not bother or attack humans unless provoked.
However, black bears are known to scavenge, which may explain the bear’s involvement in this wreck.
Black bears usually keep to themselves, and experts say that the best way to keep them away is to lock up all food items.
If a black bear does approach you, experts say that making yourself as large as possible and making loud noises will often scare them away.
In regards to vehicle safety, accidents can often be avoided if you do not speed excessively and maintain your vehicle properly.
Seat belts are also a good idea, especially when traveling at high speeds.
Many motorists drive with dangerously overused tires, which does not give drivers effective braking abilities.
This terrifying crash in Massachusetts demonstrates the unpredictability of nature
Although black bears usually avoid humans, this incident demonstrates the unpredictability of nature.
Bears can act especially aggressive if they have not eaten in a long time, not too dissimilar from some humans.
If any lessons can be learned from this wreck, it’s to drive safely and always make sure your vehicle is up to snuff.
Too often, drivers neglect the vehicles they use on a daily basis, which can have deadly consequences.
Car crashes have become a routine part of American life as a result, causing thousands of deaths every year.
Stay tuned to Blue State Blues for any updates to this ongoing story.
