SAUGUS, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – A Massachusetts state trooper is dead after a crash Wednesday morning.

WCVB-TV reports, citing police, that the crash occurred around 2 a.m. near the Saugus-Lynnfield town line after a driver allegedly drove southbound in the northbound lanes of Route 1 and hit the cruiser.

The trooper, who was assigned to the Danvers barracks, was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital. State Police spokesperson Tim McGuirk said the trooper, whose name has not been released, died from his injuries.

The wrong-way driver also died in the crash, according to WCVB-TV.

“The Trooper was responding to reports of a wrong-way driver and put himself in harm’s way to protect others. This act of service and courage is what our State Police are called to do every day. They show up ready to face danger so the rest of us can be safe. Today, Massachusetts is mourning one of those heroes,” said Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey in a statement. “My thoughts and prayers are with the Trooper’s family, loved ones, and with fellow members of the State Police during this incredibly difficult time.”

McGuirk said more information about the trooper and the crash is expected to be released later Wednesday.

Western Mass News will continue to follow this story and will have more as it becomes available.