Man Died in Car Crash in Bradford County

One person died following a car crash in Bradford County, PA, on December 27. According to news reports, the 18-year-old was traveling north on Robinson Road in Wilmot Township near Wyalusing when he drove off the roadway and struck a tree. The driver was taken to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Police are investigating the cause of the accident.

Car Accidents in Bradford County, PA

Bradford County, PA, sees numerous car accidents yearly due to its mix of rural roadways and challenging weather conditions. The county’s road network includes US Route 220, US Route 6, and various state routes that wind through its rural and mountainous terrain. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, although the number of car accidents in the county went down in 2023 to 457, the number of car accident fatalities did increase to 13 — […]

PennDOT Employees, Others Injured in Chain-Reaction Crash in Camp Hill, PA

Several people, including three Pennsylvania Department of Transportation employees, were transported to the hospital following a chain-reaction accident in Camp Hill on December 27.

According to news reports, a multi-vehicle accident occurred on Route 581 East around 1:50 p.m., stopping traffic on the road. The traffic then caused a chain reaction crash into PennDOT’s crew.

Passengers in vehicles involved in the crash needed to be extricated and taken to the hospital for treatment.

Chain Reaction Accidents

A chain reaction accident, more commonly known as a multi-vehicle accident or pileup, occurs when three or more vehicles are involved in a series of car crashes. These accidents are common on roadways where vehicles travel at high speeds with minimal reaction time. Poor weather conditions such as rain, snow, or fog can significantly increase the risk, as reduced visibility makes it harder for drivers to spot and react to hazards ahead. […]

Pedestrian Dies After Being Hit By an SUV in Scranton

A man died after being hit by an SUV  in Lackawanna County on Christmas Eve. According to news reports, the man was fatally struck at around 10:30 pm on December 24 in the 800 block of Providence Road in Scranton. The driver of the SUV fled the accident scene but was later arrested.

The pedestrian was taken to Geisinger CMC ED and shortly died soon after, according to the Lackawanna County Coroner.

The Scranton Police Department is currently investigating the fatal accident. It is unknown how the accident occurred.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Scranton, PA

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, fatal pedestrian accidents have been steadily increasing in the past three years. In 2023, there were 186 pedestrian fatalities throughout Pennsylvania and 3,145 pedestrians injured in motor vehicle accidents. […]

Driver Hospitalized Following Car Crash Near High School in Lehigh Valley

A driver was sent to the hospital after suffering serious injuries following a car accident in South Whitehall Township.

According to news reports, around midnight on December 26, the driver lost control of their vehicle on North Cedar Crest Boulevard near Parkland High School. The vehicle ended up off the road and crashed into a line of nearby trees.

There is no word as to what caused the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Police are investigating the accident.

Single-Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania

Single-vehicle accidents in Pennsylvania represent a significant portion of all traffic incidents in the Commonwealth, with these crashes often occurring on rural roads and highways. These accidents frequently involve vehicles leaving the roadway, particularly during adverse weather conditions like snow, ice, or heavy rain, which are common in Pennsylvania’s climate. Fatigue and distracted driving are major contributing factors, […]

Driver, 2 State Troopers Taken to Hospital After Pedestrian Accident in Pittsburgh

A driver and two Pennsylvania State Police troopers were taken to the hospital on December 24 in back-to-back car crashes on Parkway North in Pittsburgh.

According to news reports, state police were called out for a disabled car on I-279 near the East Street Exist at mile marker three just after midnight. The driver had left the vehicle and was trying to push it off the road when a pickup truck drove by, struck the driver and fled from the scene. The driver was treated at the scene and was taken to a nearby hospital.

Troopers arrived on the scene to investigate the crash when a passing SUV struck the marked police car with its emergency lights activated. Both troopers were transported to the hospital for minor injuries.

This is not the first time this week that a trooper was injured while at an accident scene. […]