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Pittsfield Today
By the People, for the People
Pittsfield Police Arrest Driver in Fatal Hit-and-Run
65-year-old William Gross charged with motor vehicle homicide and leaving the scene of an accident
Published on Feb. 17, 2026
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The Pittsfield Police Department has arrested 65-year-old William Gross of Hancock, Massachusetts, in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that killed William Colbert on February 10th. Gross faces charges of motor vehicle homicide and leaving the scene of an accident and will be arraigned at a future date in Central Berkshire District Court.
Why it matters
Hit-and-run incidents are a serious problem in many communities, often leaving victims and their families with little closure and justice. This arrest highlights the importance of thorough police investigations to hold drivers accountable for their actions and provide some measure of justice for victims.
The details
On February 10th, police and emergency personnel responded to a report near Linden Street and Francis Avenue in Pittsfield and found William Colbert deceased on West Housatonic Street. After an investigation, police located the vehicle involved and arrested William Gross without incident on February 16th.
- On February 10, 2026, police responded to the fatal hit-and-run incident.
- On February 16, 2026, police arrested William Gross in connection with the crash.
The players
William Gross
A 65-year-old resident of Hancock, Massachusetts, who was arrested and charged with motor vehicle homicide and leaving the scene of an accident.
William Colbert
The victim of the fatal hit-and-run incident in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
Pittsfield Police Department
The law enforcement agency that investigated the hit-and-run incident and made the arrest.
What’s next
Gross will be arraigned at a future date in Central Berkshire District Court.
The takeaway
This arrest highlights the importance of thorough police investigations to hold drivers accountable for hit-and-run incidents that often leave victims and their families with little closure and justice.
