Holbrook Police responded to a serious crash on Pine Street just after 3 a.m. Sunday, when a 37‑year‑old driver lost control of his Jeep, struck a utility pole, a tree and a wall, and then caught fire.

Rescue effort

When officers arrived, the driver’s right foot was pinned beneath the damaged dashboard, and both his foot and sneaker were ablaze. Three officers worked quickly to free him, dragging him to safety while a fire crew extinguished the flames.

The driver was transported to South Shore Hospital in Weymouth with injuries that officials said were not life‑threatening. One officer sustained minor burns to his fingers during the rescue.

Investigation and charges

Police indicated that the crash caused damage to several nearby properties. The driver is now facing multiple charges, including drunk driving and speeding. His identity has not been released pending the investigation.

The incident remains under active investigation by Holbrook Police, who are reviewing dash‑cam footage and witness statements to determine the full circumstances leading to the crash.

Community response

Local residents expressed concern over the dangerous conditions on Pine Street, urging the town to consider additional safety measures such as improved lighting and traffic calming devices. Town officials have not yet announced any specific actions, but the police department said it will work with municipal leaders to assess the need for roadway improvements.

Holbrook Police thanked the three officers who acted swiftly to save the driver’s life and praised the fire crew for quickly containing the blaze. The department reminded the public that impaired driving endangers everyone on the road and encouraged anyone who suspects impaired driving to report it immediately.

Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.