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Abington Driver Charged After Fiery Holbrook Crash

Police say he crossed the center line at high speed, causing a collision with parked vehicles.

Overview

  • Officer Jonathan O'Brien entered the burning pickup and pulled Douglas Silva Soares, 26, to safety.
  • Bystanders initially tried to douse the flames with a fire extinguisher as the driver was trapped.
  • Three vehicles and nearby property at 16 South Franklin St. sustained major damage, according to police.
  • Holbrook firefighters took about 40 minutes to extinguish the fire, and the officer was evaluated for inhaling fumes.
  • Soares remains at South Shore Hospital and will be summoned to Quincy District Court on charges including negligent operation, leaving the scene, a marked lanes violation and speeding.