Sudbury Man Charged After Crashing Into Utility Pole In Essex

SUDBURY, MA — A Sudbury man is facing charges after police said he was involved in a single-vehicle crash that knocked down a utility pole early Saturday morning in Essex, officials said.

Peter Bozier, 34, is charged in connection with the crash that occurred around 5 a.m. on Island Road, according to the Essex Police Department.

Essex police and fire crews responded to reports of a motor vehicle crash and found a gray 2019 Volkswagen Atlas that had struck and snapped a utility pole.

During the investigation, police said an adult man near the crashed vehicle, later identified as Bozier, refused to identify himself.

Bozier was charged with negligent operation of a motor vehicle, operating a motor vehicle without a license and refusal to submit to a police officer. He is also known to police, according to the Essex Police Department.

Police interviewed several people in connection with the crash, but said the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the involvement of those at the scene, remain under investigation.

National Grid crews responded to replace the damaged utility pole. Island Road remained closed for several hours while repairs were completed.

"Our officers quickly secured the scene and immediately began investigating the circumstances of this crash," Chief Paul Shamshak said. "We appreciate the assistance of the Essex Fire Department and National Grid in helping restore the roadway safely while the investigation remains ongoing."

Bozier is expected to be arraigned Monday in Gloucester District Court.

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