Child in Critical Condition After Chain-Reaction Crash in Philadelphia

A 5-year-old was severely injured in a chain-reaction auto accident in the Bridesburg neighborhood of Philadelphia on January 13.

According to news reports, the accident occurred shortly before 9:20 p.m. at Aramingo Avenue and Wakeling Street. Police say three of the four vehicles involved were stopped at the red light when the striking vehicle going southbound on Aramingo Avenue rear-ended one or more vehicles, creating a chain reaction.

The striking vehicle was believed to be occupied by a mother and a 5-year-old child. Investigators state the child suffered severe brain injuries.

The child was rushed to St. Christopher’s Hospital, where he is listed in critical condition. He was the only one injured in the accident.

The police are investigating the accident.

Traumatic Brain Injuries in Car Accidents

A car accident can inflict devastating trauma to the brain when the skull experiences sudden impact forces or violent movement. […]

Berks County, PA – Reading Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash

BERKS COUNTY, PA (January 10, 2025) – A Reading man died following a two-vehicle crash in Berks County on January 10.

According to the Pennsylvania State Police, the crash occurred around 5:30 a.m. on U.S. Route 222 in Maxatawny Township just west of Kutztown. News reports state the man was heading northbound on U.S. 222 when he entered the southbound lane to pass a vehicle. A tractor trailer was heading southbound and the vehicles collided.

Troopers say the man’s car was split in half and he was ejected from the car. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck driver was not injured.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Berks County, PA

Fatal trucks accidents have been steadily climbing in the last three years. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, out of the 6,685 truck accidents in Pennsylvania in 2023, […]

One Seriously Injured Following a Rollover Crash in Centre County, PA

One person was flown to the hospital after a rollover car accident in Centre County, Pennsylvania, on January 9.

According to news reports, emergency officials were called to the scene of a car accident around the 3400 block of Penns Valley Pike between the Gregg Township and Potter Township line. Emergency personnel said the SUV had rolled over several times before crashing into a nearby field near Weaver Road and Penns Valley Road. Witnesses say the woman was violently ejected from the vehicle after it had launched several feet into the area.

The woman was taken to the hospital via a helicopter, but her condition is unknown at this time.

Police are investigating the cause of the accident.

The Severity of Rollover Car Accidents

Rollovers are among the most dangerous types of car accidents. […]

Multi-Vehicle Crash Involving SEPTA Bus in King of Prussia, PA

Two passenger vehicles and a SEPTA bus were involved in a serious crash on January 8 in King of Prussia. According to news reports, the accident happened around 2 p.m. at South Henderson Road and Monroe Road intersection when a vehicle collided with the Route 99 SEPTA bus.

Injuries were reported in the crash, but the severity of the injuries is unknown at this time.

The cause of the accident is under investigation.

Bus Accidents in Montgomery County, PA

Traveling by bus is usually one of the safest forms of transportation. However, an accident with a bus, either as a passenger or an occupant in another vehicle, can often result in catastrophic injuries.

There could be multiple parties responsible for a bus accident. The bus driver or the other driver could be held responsible, […]

Luzerne County, PA – Pedestrian Hit By Car While Crossing I-80

LUZERNE COUNTY (January 8, 2025) – A pedestrian was hit and killed by a car while crossing Interstate 80 in Butler Township, Luzerne County.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, troopers were called to a crash on I-80 around 10 p.m. on January 1. At the scene, the police reported a crash occurred prior to the pedestrian being struck. He had left his car and began walking across both lanes of traffic for unknown reasons. While walking across I-80, he was stuck by another vehicle.

The other driver was not injured. Police are investigating the accident.

Pedestrian Accidents on the Highway

Highway pedestrian accidents are among the most devastating traffic accident due to the high vehicle speeds and pedestrians’ complete lack of protection. These accidents often occur when people attempt to cross highways, walk along highway shoulders, or end up on highways after vehicle breakdowns. […]