Wareham man identified in fatal Fourth of July accident

A fatal firework accident has led to the death of 70-year-old local man, Robert Spagnuolo according to District Attorney Tim Cruz.

Wareham Police responded to a call about a person struck by a firework at 9:19 p.m. on Friday, July 4. Personnel responded to the area of 34 Beach Street near Swifts Beach and located the victim with facial injuries. 

Investigators determined via witness statements that Spagnuolo was setting off fireworks at the beach when one exploded in his face causing traumatic injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into the accident is ongoing.