ROSLINDALE, Mass. — The Roslindale community is grieving the sudden loss of Jude Espazien, 50, who tragically died Thursday morning, January 15, 2026, following a single-car crash in Medway.
According to the Medway Police Department, Espazien’s vehicle left Summer Street (Route 126) near Amelia Drive, struck a utility pole and a granite-bottomed mailbox, and crashed into a front yard. The car caught fire, and bystanders pulled Espazien from the burning vehicle before he was transported to Milford Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The crash narrowly missed a nearby home.
Authorities noted the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed, and the incident was unwitnessed. The Medway Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, though the exact cause remains undetermined.
Jude Espazien will be remembered in Roslindale for his warmth, presence, and the mark he left on family, friends, and neighbors. His passing leaves a profound void in the community, and loved ones are mourning the loss of a cherished member whose life ended far too soon.
The community extends heartfelt condolences to Espazien’s family, honoring his memory and the impact he had on those around him. His life will be remembered with love, and the bravery of bystanders who tried to save him is a testament to the compassion and care present even in the face of tragedy.
