crash_reports: 22000454

Operator of MV#1 stated he was being chased by Operator #2 from Rt. 95 N onto Rt. 30 (Commonwealth Ave) .According to Operator #1 both vehicles exited 95N and proceeded eastbound on Commonwealth Ave. towards Auburn St. Operator of MV#2 stated MV#1 pulled in front of his vehicle, traveled a few yards before abruptly attempting to turn left into the westbound lane of Commonwealth Ave. This abrupt turn caused MV#2 turn collide into rear side of MV#1. Damage to both vehicles consistent with operator of MV#2's statement. Operator of MV#1 stated he was "trying to pick up his mother" from work, so he attempted to turn left into the westbound lane of Commonwealth Ave. Both operators were transported to Newton-Wellesley Hospital for evaluations. Tody's towed both vehicles from the scene. Witness to collision confirms statement made by operator #2, indicating operator of MV#1's attempted left turn caused collision. Further statement by witness contradicts operator #1's statements of being chased as she witnessed MV#1 in front of MV#2. Additional investigation by officers led operator of MV#1 being cited for Operating Under Influence of Liquor (Mgl. Ch. 90 Sec. 24J) and Negligent Operation of a Motor Vehicle (Mgl. Ch. 90. Sec. 24E).