Philadelphia, PA (March 31, 2022) – Around 8 p.m. on Wednesday night, March 30, an officer was hurt in a serious pedestrian accident in Philadelphia.
According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened at 6700 Torresdale Avenue. Police confirmed that a man identified as Terrell Lee was traveling in the area when he started to swerve across the median of the road and entered the other lane of traffic. This is when he struck an officer from behind who was conducting a traffic stop. The officer was thrown approximately 10 feet into the air and Lee fled the scene.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Witnesses saw the officer lying on the street and rushed to her aid. She received serious injuries to her head and body and was taken to Jefferson-Torresdale Hospital for treatment of her injuries.
The area was blocked for an extended period of time following the collision.
Police later found Lee about three miles away from the accident scene. He was taken into custody due to being intoxicated at the time of the accident and fleeing the scene.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania
Pedestrians are the most at-risk parties on our roads throughout the state of Pennsylvania. In fact, it is estimated that, in 2020 alone, approximately 145 pedestrians were killed in fatal accidents and many others were injured within the state. Drivers are supposed to do whatever it takes to ensure that pedestrians are protected on our roads. However, this does not always happen and these accidents continue to lead to severe harm every week. If you have been seriously injured in a pedestrian accident at the hands of a careless driver, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust immediately.
The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be an impactful time in your life. You may wonder where you can turn, which is why you should have the assistance of a Philadelphia pedestrian accident attorney on your side who can help you. An attorney will be well-versed in pedestrian accident laws and will be able to help you meet deadlines as you navigate the legal system for the first time. If your life has been impacted by a pedestrian accident, you should be prepared to speak with a Philadelphia personal injury lawyer that you can trust.
Philadelphia Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Our dedicated attorneys at Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys are here to stand by your side after a pedestrian accident that is not your fault. We understand how overwhelming a pedestrian accident can be and offer our assistance every step of the way. Having an attorney on your side can ensure that your rights are being protected as you navigate the legal system. We will help you obtain compensation for a variety of aspects, including the following:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, we will always stand by your side. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 600-0681 for more information on your options at this time.
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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