Crime & Safety

Elderly Falmouth Man Dies In Motor Scooter Crash

A 70-year-old East Falmouth man died after his motor scooter collided with a car, according to police.

FALMOUTH, MA — A 70-year-old East Falmouth man was killed while riding a motorcycle when he collided with a car, according to police. Police said the crash happen at 2:50 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of John Parker and Sandwich roads. Police have identified the scooter driver as Richard Zielinski.

Zielinski was found on the ground with several serious injuries and was rushed to Falmouth Hospital where he succumbed from his injuries. Police said the driver of the car stayed on scene and cooperated with responding officers.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation.

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