IPSWICH, Mass. — The community mourns the tragic loss of Charles Parisi Jr., 72, of Gloucester, who was killed Sunday afternoon in a motorcycle collision on Route 1A in Ipswich, according to the Essex County District Attorney’s Office.
Ipswich police responded to the incident on High Street near the Dow Brook Conservation Area at approximately 4 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered that Parisi’s motorcycle had collided with a Dodge pickup truck. Emergency responders immediately assessed the scene, but Parisi was pronounced dead at the location.
The driver of the pickup truck, a 49-year-old man from Lynn, remained at the scene and fully cooperated with law enforcement throughout the initial investigation. No charges have been reported at this time.
Authorities, including the Ipswich Police Department and the Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section, are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the crash. Additionally, the State Police Crime Scene Services Section and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner are assisting in the investigation.
The tragic incident has shocked the local community, where Parisi was known as a longtime resident of Gloucester. Friends and neighbors have expressed condolences, reflecting on his life and the suddenness of the loss.
No further details have been released regarding the crash or the events leading up to it, as the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities continue to review evidence to determine contributing factors, including roadway conditions and traffic patterns.
Charles Parisi Jr.’s passing is a stark reminder of the dangers inherent in motorcycle travel and the importance of safety on the roads. The Essex County District Attorney’s Office emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and that additional information will be shared when it becomes available.
Family, friends, and community members are mourning the loss of Parisi, remembering him for his presence in Gloucester and the impact he had on those around him.
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