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Heard on: New Bedford Police, Fire and EMS · 1/5/2026 05:30 AM
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Tarkiln Hill and Acushnet Avenue involving two vehicles, no injuries initially reported.
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10-4[1].
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Two vehicles collide near Acushnet Avenue
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As discussed during the dispatch call, police and emergency units responded to a two-vehicle collision near Tarkiln Hill Road and Acushnet Avenue in New Bedford. One occupant appeared to have sustained injuries, and medics were requested. Radio traffic also mentioned a separate call about a sick person on Palmer Street, but it is unclear if the incidents were connected.
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Acushnet Ave & Tarkiln Hill Rd, New Bedford, MA 02745