Family mourns loss of ‘vibrant' woman killed in Western Mass. motorcycle crash
A family is mourning the loss of 'a vibrant and spirited' woman — Madisen Taylor — who lost her life in a car crash involving a motorcycle in Western Massachusetts over Memorial Day weekend.
'Madisen's loving and warm personality made a significant impact on the lives of those who knew her,' Taylor's obituary reads. 'She will be deeply missed.'
Taylor died in a crash between a car and a motorcycle in Agawam in the early evening of Saturday, May 24.
Agawam police responded to the crash at the intersection of Suffield Street and Adams Street shortly before 5:10 p.m.
At the scene, officers found Taylor with severe injuries. Firefighters brought her to Baystate Medical Center in Springfield where she later died.
Taylor grew up in Ware and attended Pathfinder High School, her obituary states. Taylor's education helped her develop 'a passion for horticulture and gardening' as well as a 'deep appreciation for the beauty of nature.'
She later moved to Agawam and started working in a dog daycare business.
'This career not only highlighted her nurturing nature but also her desire to bring happiness to the lives of others,' Taylor's obituary reads. 'Madisen's spirit was one of vibrant kindness; she had a smile that could light up a room and she gave the best hugs.'
Outside of work, Taylor loved to sing and spend time outdoors, including at botanical gardens, the Quabbin Reservoir and the Swift River.
The 26-year-old is survived by her parents, sister, fiancé, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Meanwhile Agawam and State Police and the Hampden County District Attorney's Office are investigating the crash.
No further information has been released.
Super PAC coordination allegations heat up Boston's mayoral showdown
ICE plans to move detained Milford student to R.I., blocking meeting with attorney
Frontman of '80s synth pop band reveals Parkinson's diagnosis at 65
Late-night comics hope Trump, Musk can make up
RECALL: Select ground beef sold at Whole Foods may contain E. coli, throw away ASAP
Read the original article on MassLive.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
Hundreds of teenagers transform peaceful beach into chaos as police forced to break up fights
A group of around 500 teenagers was dispersed by police after gathering at a beach in New York for "Senior Cut Day" that descended into chaos. Somewhere around 500 teenagers went to Jones Beach in Wantagh, New York, after a flyer promoting "Senior Cut Day" spread on social media, drawing people to the beach. According to News 12, police had to break up the crowd. Witnesses told the outlet that the beach quickly spiraled out of control once the massive number of teenagers arrived. Jersey Shore Boardwalk Mayhem Puts Blue State's 'Soft' Crime Approach Under Microscope Law enforcement officers restricted access to other areas of the beach to stop any continued violence. No serious injuries were reported. Police and other law enforcement allegedly saw multiple fights between teenagers. Read On The Fox News App Dozens Arrested After Memorial Day Violence Rocks Jersey Shore Boardwalk "The beach was never like this," said one person who saw the mass gathering of teenagers. "We came here as kids—it was so calm. But now it's just crazy." The Nassau County Police Department said one individual was arrested for disorderly conduct and article source: Hundreds of teenagers transform peaceful beach into chaos as police forced to break up fights
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Yahoo
Man accused of shooting Marysville police officer indicted on nine charges
MARYSVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — The man accused of shooting at a Marysville police officer before he drove away has been indicted on nine charges, including attempted aggravated murder. A Union County grand jury returned the indictment Friday against Dustin M. Ohm, 29, of Marysville. On May 30, police responded to a domestic dispute call on White Oak Court. According to details from police and Union County Prosecutor David Phillips, a sergeant tried to get Ohm, who was impaired, to exit his pickup truck. He refused and revved his engine. As the sergeant moved to deploy her taser, Ohm fired at nearly point-blank range. The sergeant was struck by shattered glass and two shots were found embedded in a house. Ohm then reportedly fired at three other officers, coming under return fire, and drove away. He crashed into multiple cars, including a police cruiser, exiting the neighborhood. The chase was joined by sheriff's deputies and the Ohio State Highway Patrol, ending on U.S. 33 in the median strip near Northwest Parkway. Ohm got out of the car armed and was shot several times by law enforcement. Phillips said that Ohm was also struck by a self-inflicted gunshot. The charges that Ohm faces are: Attempted aggravated murder of a law enforcement officer Three counts of felonious assault on a peace officer Having weapons while under disability Two counts of failure to comply with an order or signal of a police officer Discharging a firearm at or into a habitation Vandalism The sergeant struck by Ohm was treated at a hospital, and Ohm remains in a hospital under guard, Phillips said. The shooting of the Marysville officer was one of several times that central Ohio law enforcement officers have come under fire in recent weeks. A Morrow County deputy was fatally shot on Memorial Day, and two Mifflin Township officers were shot by a man on probation, sparking a manhunt after he ran away. Ohm is due in court on June 25. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 hours ago
- Yahoo
Local officer resigns after OVI arrest
A local officer has resigned after he was arrested for reportedly driving under the influence in Indiana. [DOWNLOAD: Free WHIO-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Clayton officer Jacob Filbrun was arrested by police in Fort Wayne, Indiana, over Memorial Day weekend for a suspected OVI after attending an event, according to a statement from Clayton Police Chief Matt Hamlin. TRENDING STORIES: Deputies: Wood thrown at officers in high-speed chase; ends in wrong-way crash on I-75 Injuries reported after car slams into Miami County home Child, adult dead after being pulled from SUV that went into pond 'An Internal Investigation was initiated by this department, and during the conclusion of the investigation, Mr. Filbrun resigned with an effective date of July 2,' Hamlin said. Filbrun is currently on an unpaid administrative leave, utilizing vacation accrual until July 2, according to Hamlin. He is facing charges of resisting law enforcement, leaving the scene of an accident, and speeding, according to Indiana court records. We will continue to follow this story. [SIGN UP: WHIO-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
