Philadelphia, PA (July 16, 2023) – A serious collision with one fatality and several injuries occurred in Northeast Philadelphia on Saturday evening, July 15, and police are still investigating.
Officers with the Philadelphia Police Department said the incident took place at Solly Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard at about 10:00 p.m. According to initial details released by authorities, two vehicles collided, and one flipped over onto its roof.
One person was pronounced dead at the scene, and four others were rushed to the hospital, officers added.
The authorities have not yet provided further details on the accident. The PPD’s inquiry is still ongoing at this time, though officers did ask any witnesses to step forward.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family. Our thoughts are extended to the injured victims and their loved ones in hopes of their full recovery.
Injury Auto Accidents in Philadelphia
In Pennsylvania, like in the rest of the country, automobile accidents are a primary cause of death and injury. Tragically, it is estimated that about 54,000 people are injured yearly in Pennsylvania due to car accidents.
Additionally, Philadelphia County saw 10,417 automobile accidents in 2021, the most of any county in our state, according to the most current statistics provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. This number is expected to rise over the next several years. On top of these grim numbers, Philadelphia County already claims around 28 automobile accidents daily. That’s more than one accident per hour, every day, throughout the year.
What’s more, Philadelphia has one of the lowest automobile ownership rates in the nation, yet the city also has one of the worst rates of traffic accidents. Because of the severity of the possible injuries and property damage, anybody involved in a vehicle accident in Philadelphia should consult with an experienced attorney as soon as possible following the occurrence.
Thankfully, if you or a loved one have been injured, Spear Greenfield Personal Injury Attorneys is here to help right away. Keep in mind that you only have two years to bring a claim for personal injuries in Pennsylvania. You must consult an experienced attorney without delay if you are concerned about missing deadlines or handling the consequences of your injuries effectively.
If you or a loved one has been hurt in a car accident that was someone else’s fault, filing a personal injury claim might be a possibility. We’ll look into the circumstances of your accident and explore all legal avenues open to you and yours. Knowing that you are not alone in your struggles to recover from your injuries helps ease the transition forward.
When you’re ready to take legal action and seek the justice to which you’re entitled after a wreck, don’t hesitate to call our Philadelphia personal injury lawyers at (215) 600-0681. We promise to work tirelessly on your behalf and will not give up until we have achieved the most favorable result for you and your loved ones. Our attorneys will stop at nothing to secure the fair and full compensation you deserve at this frustrating time in your life.
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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