Crime & Safety

Driver In Deadly North Reading Crash Has "History Of Lost Time And Blackouts," Lawyer Says

The fiery crash on Route 28 killed 35-year-old Samir Naili and his 8-year-old daughter Kashmira from Andover.

(CBS Boston)

August 25, 2026

The driver who was allegedly speeding when he struck and killed a father and daughter stopped at a red light in North Reading, Massachusetts, Saturday night has previously been treated for mental health issues, his lawyer said.

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A not guilty plea was entered in Woburn District Court Monday on behalf of 21-year-old Matthew Sweeney of Paxton. The arraignment was put on hold while Sweeney underwent a psychiatric evaluation.

The fiery crash on Route 28 near a shopping plaza killed 35-year-old Samir Naili and his 8-year-old daughter Kashmira from Andover.

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Matthew Sweeney, charged in the deadly North Reading crash/CBS Boston

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