Philadelphia, PA (April 2, 2022) – Around 8:30 p.m. on the evening of Saturday, April 2, a car crash with injuries occurred in Philadelphia.
According to officers with the Philadelphia Police Department, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-95 around the area of Allegheny Avenue and the Betsy Ross Bridge. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when one or more collided with each other due to unknown reasons. The vehicles involved in the accident sustained severe damage as a result.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several 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 hospitalized, though their identities and conditions are not yet known.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for a period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Injury Car Accidents in Pennsylvania
Car accidents are a leading cause of hospitalizations throughout the state of Pennsylvania. Hundreds of thousands of car accidents take place every year within the state.
In 2020 alone, in fact, approximately 104,475 car accidents happened in Pennsylvania. These accidents cause injuries to approximately 61,248 people every single year. Car accidents happen in many different areas but highways are known for being some of the most common places. There are many reasons for car accidents on our highways, including the following:
- Distracted driving
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
If your life has been turned upside-down due to a car accident, you have options. You should speak with an attorney as soon as possible following an accident.
The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult thing to face. You may have questions that only a Philadelphia car accident attorney can 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 claim? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer on your side.
Philadelphia Car Accident Attorneys
Our attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to help you move forward after a car accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be and offer our help and resources when you need them the most. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation you deserve for a wide array of financial damages.
If you have been hurt in a car accident, you should never have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills entirely on your own. We are here for you in your time of need. Please contact a car accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 600-0681 for more information on how we can assist 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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