Philadelphia, PA (April 24, 2022) – Injuries were reported in a car accident that took place on a major highway in Philadelphia on Sunday evening, April 24.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 5:54 p.m. in the westbound lanes of I-676 around the area of 22nd Street and I-76. Two or more vehicles were traveling in the area when they collided with each other due to reasons that are not entirely known. The involved vehicles were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were injured as a result of the collision. The injured parties were taken to local hospitals for treatment, though their conditions are not yet known.
Due to the severity of the accident, a large portion of the roadway was blocked for some time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene so traffic could resume.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Police will update with more information as it is available.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Philadelphia sees more car accidents than many other cities throughout Pennsylvania and beyond. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation estimated that there were approximately 10,108 car accidents throughout the entirety of 2020 in Philadelphia County alone. This comes out to approximately 28 accidents in Philadelphia every day. These accidents happen on our major roads due to many different reasons, including some of the following:
- Driver distractions
- Intoxication
- Speeding
- Drowsy driving
If your life has been turned upside-down after a car accident, you will have to show that another party is at fault for your accident. You should speak with an attorney that you can trust in your time of need.
Being injured in a car accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. You may be left with questions that only a Philadelphia car accident lawyer can help you answer. For instance, what types of evidence do you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? What deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to moving forward with a successful claim? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
At Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys, we are here to help you get back on your feet after a serious car accident. We understand how difficult it can be to face the aftermath of a car accident entirely on your own. Our attorneys will assist you along the path toward compensation for a wide array of aspects. These include medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, therapy costs, and more. We are here for you every step of the way when it comes to your case. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Philadelphia 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.
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