Erie, PA (August 20, 2023) – On Sunday afternoon, August 20, a firefighter was killed when a car smashed through the investigation site of another collision involving two vehicles.
State troopers in Pennsylvania said that at about 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, they were called to the scene of a two-vehicle collision at the corner of South Brickyard Road and Route 20 in the North East area, just outside of Erie.
There has been no information on casualties from the first crash; however, a vehicle sped through the area shortly after the initial accident, hitting a first responder as they directed traffic. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The police are still looking into the circumstances of both accidents and have not provided additional details in the interim.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. Our thoughts are with any injured victims in hopes of their complete recovery.
Fatal Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania
The dismal numbers demonstrate that pedestrian accidents in Pennsylvania are increasing and becoming worse every year. In fact, the number of pedestrian fatalities in Pennsylvania has climbed by 21% since 2019.
Furthermore, pedestrian deaths have increased considerably during the last decade. Pedestrian deaths are projected to increase by 54% between 2010 and 2020, according to preliminary statistics from the Governors Highway Safety Association.
Sidewalks, crosswalks, and parking lots are common places for pedestrian accidents to happen, but in theory, they may happen everywhere. Since pedestrian accidents are widespread in our state, it’s important for those who are seriously hurt in one to understand their rights under the law.
The legal team at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys is here to help you get back on your feet after suffering losses due to an accident that was not your fault. If you’ve been hurt in the Commonwealth and want to file a claim for compensation, our company will be at your side every step of the way.
We understand how hard it is to recover from a pedestrian accident. Rand Spear and the other personal injury attorneys at Spear Greenfield will fight tirelessly on your behalf in and out of court. To schedule your first, no-cost consultation, please get in contact with us as soon as possible.
You may count on our undivided attention and assistance throughout the duration of the claims procedure. Please contact our Erie pedestrian accident attorneys at (215) 600-0681 if you or a loved one has been wounded or killed in an accident in Pennsylvania. We understand what it takes to present a compelling case and will do everything it takes to defend your interests.
Note: Our team of writers uses secondary sources to produce this post, including local and state media and news sources, local and state police incident reports, social media platforms, as well as eyewitness accounts, about serious accidents that take place in Pennsylvania. For that reason, if you find any information that is not correct, be sure to get in touch with Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys as soon as possible so that we can update the post with the most accurate information available. A post will be removed upon request.
Disclaimer: The photos used in this post were not taken at this accident scene. All information contained in this post is informational and not intended to be considered legal or medical advice. This post is not a solicitation for business.
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