Holmesburg, PA (April 18, 2023) – On Tuesday, April 18, at around 2:00 p.m., at least two vehicles collided in the Holmesburg area of Philadelphia, resulting in potential injuries to both drivers and passengers.
The Holmesburg Police Department determined that the two-car collision occurred on northbound I-95 close to Exit 32 and Academy Road. Authorities still haven’t clarified the specifics behind the crash or the circumstances that led to the collision, though news footage showed two damaged vehicles pulled onto the side of the roadway.
Firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency personnel were sent to the scene. At least one person was hurt in the wreck, although information on the specifics of their injuries is still unclear.
Attempts are now being made to determine what led to the accident. Those who may have witnessed the incident or have information regarding the crash are encouraged to call the HPD immediately.
The injured victims and their loved ones are in our thoughts. We hope for their complete recovery.
Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Philadelphia
In 2020, there were 10,110 car accidents in Philadelphia County, as reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (the highest level of any county in the Commonwealth). Even worse, Philadelphia County has around 29 to 30 car accidents every day, and the region reported well over 10,000 accidents with multiple drivers during the last year alone.
Philadelphia has one of the highest death rates per 100,000 due to car accidents out of any major United States city. Needless to say, one of the most distressing things a person may go through is being involved in an accident, which may leave emotional scars that never fully heal. If you were involved in a vehicle crash that wasn’t your fault but was nonetheless caused by another driver’s negligence or inattention, the consequences are even more difficult to shoulder.
At Spear Greenfield, our attorneys are dedicated to providing honest counsel. To do this, we stay away from confusing legalese and focus on serving you in your time of need. Our lawyers are here to help you through the aftermath of an accident and explain the often-complex processes involved in filing a claim after a crash.
Needless to say, our team of highly-skilled, caring accident attorneys will fight to defend our clients’ legal rights. We can assist you in determining the value of your personal injury claim and will advocate for you to get full compensation for your losses.
Accident victims who have suffered bodily, mental, or financial harm should not delay in seeing an attorney about their legal options. With the help of Spear Greenfield’s legal team, you’ll have access to a full range of options for moving forward. What’s more, we will help you collect the proof you need to get the settlement you need. If you have been injured in a car accident and are looking for a personal injury attorney, please get in touch with us now.
To discuss how our Philadelphia automobile accident attorneys may help you and your loved ones, please call our office at (215) 600-0681 right now. Our personal injury lawyers in Philadelphia will stop at nothing to safeguard your legal rights.
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, 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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