Philadelphia, PA (September 8, 2023) – During the late evening on Wednesday, a motorist in the Ogontz section of Philadelphia hit and fatally injured a pedestrian, per reports from local authorities.
The collision took at about 11:00 p.m. along Ogontz Avenue, close to West Olney Avenue. The front windscreen of the car that was involved in the accident was shattered in its entirety.
According to the authorities, the driver involved stayed at the scene, though it’s unclear if citations or charges are pending. Officers with the Philadelphia Police Department are handling the ongoing investigation, and PPD officers added that they’re seeking any witnesses who were in the area at the time of the incident.
We extend our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s loved ones.
Pedestrian Deaths in Philadelphia
Pennsylvania’s yearly statistics show an increase in both the frequency and severity of pedestrian accidents. While fatalities decreased in 2016, there was an increase in the number of accidents that occurred on American roads. Signalized junctions have had a 20-year rise in deaths, whereas distracted driving and head-on collisions have seen an increase in fatalities over the last decade. In terms of pedestrian and motorist deaths over the last two decades, persons aged 65 to 74 have ranked second and third, respectively.
In addition, the number of pedestrian deaths throughout the nation has risen dramatically during the last decade. The Governors Highway Safety Association estimates that there will be 13% more road fatalities and 54% more pedestrian fatalities between 2010 and 2020.
Pedestrian accidents may happen everywhere, but roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots are particularly high-risk areas. The incidence of pedestrian accidents in our state highlights the need to provide victims with information about their legal rights and remedies.
Accident victims who weren’t to blame might seek assistance from Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys. If you’ve been injured in the Commonwealth and are seeking 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, a personal injury attorney at Spear Greenfield, and his colleagues will work tirelessly on your behalf in and out of court. To schedule your first, no-cost consultation, please get in touch with us as soon as possible.
We guarantee our support throughout the duration of the claims procedure. Our Philadelphia pedestrian accident attorneys are ready to help if you or a loved one has been harmed or killed in an accident. Dial (215) 600-0681 if you need help right now. We know how to argue effectively and will do all it takes to safeguard 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, and 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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