Lancaster County, PA – Car Crash With Injuries Closes Down PA 283
Lancaster County, PA (February 4, 2025) – Multiple injuries were reported following a car crash on Pennsylvania Highway 283 in Lancaster County on February 3.
According to news reports, emergency crews arrived at the scene on PA 283 eastbound near the Salunga exit around 6:40 a.m. The incident resulted in a complete closure of all lanes for over an hour.
Pennsylvania State Police are currently investigating the crash and have issued a request for any witnesses to contact them with information about the incident.
Understanding Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s extensive highway system experiences significant daily traffic, including a substantial volume of commercial trucks. This heavy traffic flow, combined with multi-lane highways and busy interstates, creates conditions where serious accidents can occur.
Recent data shows Lancaster County is one of the top counties in Pennsylvania to report the most traffic accidents in the county. […]
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Milford Twp., PA – Two Dead Following a Car Accident on Route 663 in Bucks County
Milford Township, PA (February 3, 2025) – A fatal car accident claims two lives in Bucks County, PA on January 31.
According to news reports, the car crash occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Route 663 and Brinkman Road in Spinnertown, Milford Township. Police responded to reports of a car fire.
The Bucks County coroner has confirmed there were two fatalities from the crash. No word on what caused the crash. Police are investigating.
Fatal Car Accidents in Bucks County, PA
The devastating impact of fatal car accidents continues to affect families across Bucks County, with high-risk routes like Route 663 seeing frequent tragic collisions. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Bucks County is one of the top 10 counties in the Commonwealth to have the most traffic fatalities in 2023. […]
Read MoreHarrisburg, PA – Man Flees Traffic Stop, Causing Six-Car Accident
Harrisburg, PA (January 29, 2005) – A man trying to flee a traffic stop caused a multi-vehicle accident on January 26 in Harrisburg.
According to the Pennsylvania State Police, troopers pulled over the driver on 17th Street in Harrisburg and noticed he was trying to hide items as they asked for his ID. When the man refused to leave the vehicle, investigators say the trooper tried to break the window.
The man then reversed his SUV into the police cruiser and drove off, hitting another car on 21st Street and causing a six-vehicle crash. He was taken into custody.
It is not known if anyone was injured in the accident.
Car Accidents in Harrisburg, PA
This incident highlights several critical legal considerations for those involved in multi-vehicle accidents, particularly when they result from police pursuits. […]
Read MoreLondonderry Twp., PA – State Police Member Injured in Route 283 Car Accident
Londonderry Township, PA (January 28, 2025) – A member of the Pennsylvania State Police was taken to the hospital following a car crash in Dauphin County.
According to news reports, the accident occurred on January 26 on Route 283 in Londonderry Township. State police confirmed that a state police vehicle with a person inside was involved in the crash.
The person was taken to the hospital and has since been released. What caused the car crash is unknown.
Car Accidents While On the Job in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, police officers injured in vehicle accidents while on duty are generally covered under several overlapping legal frameworks. The Pennsylvania Heart and Lung Act provides police officers with their full salary and benefits, tax-free, if they’re temporarily disabled from a work-related injury. This is more generous than standard workers’ compensation benefits, […]
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Wyalusing Twp., PA – Man Dies Following a Car Accident in Bradford County
Wyalusing Township, PA (January 27, 2025) – A man lost his life after a car crash in Bradford County on January 25.
According to the Pennsylvania State Police, the Clinton County man had been driving west on Route 6 in Wyalusing Township around 8 a.m. when he suddenly veered into the eastbound lane and hit a guide rail and rock embankment. He died during the helicopter flight to the hospital.
State police said after a preliminary review of the crash found the man had suffered a medical emergency at the time of the crash.
Medical Emergencies While Driving: What You Should Know
If you experience a medical emergency while driving, the most important immediate action is to safely pull over to the side of the road or into a parking lot if possible. Turn on your hazard lights as you slow down to alert other drivers. […]
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