Couple Killed In Crash With Accused Murderer Fleeing Cranston Identified: DA

The couple killed in the crash were a husband and wife from Bristol, Rhode Island, the Bristol County, Massachusetts, DA's office said.

Mar. 2, 2026 at 3:47pm

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A couple from Bristol, Rhode Island, Carlolyn Carcasi, 54, and James Carcasi, 53, were killed in an early Friday morning crash at the intersection of Route 6 and Route 136 in Swansea, Massachusetts. The crash occurred when an Infinity G37 driven by Demitri Sousa, 28, of Seekonk, Massachusetts, slammed into the side of the couple's Subaru Ascent. Sousa had earlier gunned down a man through the door of his Cranston, Rhode Island home and was fleeing the scene when the fatal crash occurred.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of high-speed chases and the devastating consequences that can occur when an accused murderer flees the scene of a crime. It also raises questions about public safety and the need for improved coordination between law enforcement agencies across state lines.

The details

According to authorities, the Infinity G37 driven by Sousa slammed into the side of the Subaru Ascent driven by the Carcasi couple around 12:15 a.m., causing "catastrophic damage" to both vehicles. The Subaru was fully engulfed in flames, and first responders and bystanders were unable to save the couple. Sousa survived the crash and was taken to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence. The Cranston police had secured a warrant charging Sousa with murder, using a firearm while committing a crime of violence, and carrying a pistol without a license.

  • The crash occurred around 12:15 a.m. on Friday, March 2, 2026.
  • Shortly before the crash, Sousa had gunned down a man through the door of his Cranston, Rhode Island home.

The players

Carlolyn Carcasi

A 54-year-old resident of Bristol, Rhode Island who was killed in the crash.

James Carcasi

A 53-year-old resident of Bristol, Rhode Island who was killed in the crash.

Demitri Sousa

A 28-year-old resident of Seekonk, Massachusetts who was driving the Infinity G37 that crashed into the Carcasi's Subaru Ascent. Sousa had earlier gunned down a man in Cranston, Rhode Island and was fleeing the scene when the fatal crash occurred.

Javon Lawson

A 35-year-old man who was shot and killed by Sousa through the door of his Cranston, Rhode Island home prior to the crash.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Demitri Sousa to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for improved coordination between law enforcement agencies across state lines to prevent accused criminals from fleeing and causing further harm. It also highlights the devastating impact that high-speed chases can have on innocent bystanders.