Fort Washington, PA (February 19, 2022) – At 5:50 a.m. on Saturday morning, February 19, a car crash with injuries occurred on a highway in Fort Washington.
According to local officials, the accident happened in the westbound lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike around the area of the exit for Fort Washington. Several vehicles were traveling in the westbound lanes when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not yet known. The vehicles involved in the accident were badly damaged as a result.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment of their injuries, though their conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was completely blocked in the westbound lanes of traffic for an extended period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene so traffic could resume as normal.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the collision remains ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Hundreds of thousands of people are hurt in car accidents throughout the state of Pennsylvania every single year. In just 2020 alone, it was reported that approximately 104,475 car accidents took place due to the reckless acts of others. These accidents land tens of thousands of people in the hospital every single year within the state. Car accidents can happen anywhere but our major highways are some of the most common places. These accidents happen due to many different reasons but some of the most common reasons include the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
If you have been injured in a car accident that is not your fault, you should have the help of a legal advocate on your side moving forward.
The aftermath of a car accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. You may have questions that only a skilled Fort Washington car accident attorney will be able to answer. An attorney will be able to help you gather necessary evidence in your claim, as well as help you to meet deadlines that are required of you. On top of this, an attorney can prepare your claim for trial if it goes past settlement negotiations. If you have been hurt in a collision caused by another party, you should speak with a dedicated Fort Washington personal injury attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Fort Washington Car Accident Attorneys
Our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here for you after you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be on both physical and financial levels. As you attempt to recover on a physical level, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. We are here for you every step of the way when it comes to your claim. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Fort Washington at (215) 600-0681 for more information on how we can help you.
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 medial 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, please contact 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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