Philadelphia, PA (August 18, 2022) – A woman died after being hit by a SEPTA bus on Wednesday evening, August 17, according to Philadelphia police.
It occurred about 9:20 p.m. on the 100 block of West Walnut Lane near Greene Street in the Germantown neighborhood of the city. The 71-year-old victim was crossing Greene at the southbound crosswalk, according to the police.
A SEPTA bus piloted by a 63-year-old man was in the travel lane at the time, dropping off passengers, according to authorities. The bus driver was traveling east on Walnut Lane when he struck the woman with the front passenger-side corner, causing her to tumble to the ground. According to the police, she was pulled from the intersection after being struck.
According to investigators, the 63SEPTA bus driver stopped and pulled over. The Philadelphia Fire Department and other first responders discovered the woman motionless on the highway. CPR was administered on the site. The woman was then transported to Einstein Medical Center, where she was declared deceased.
Witnesses at the scene of the crime gave police conflicting testimonies. Some stated another car may have struck the man before the SEPTA bus and then fled the scene, while others said they believe the SEPTA bus was the only vehicle involved. Later, police determined that the woman had not been struck by a fleeing vehicle previous to being struck by the SEPTA bus.
Investigators have collected footage from the SEPTA bus and are currently working to determine the sequence of events.
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the relatives of the victim.
Fatalities in Pennsylvania Auto-Pedestrian Crashes
Between 2004 and 2019, there were 31,342 fatal car accidents in the entire state of Pennsylvania. Philadelphia County and Allegheny County had a combined 10,934 fatalities, making them the most hazardous counties.
Forest, Sullivan, and Cameron were the safest counties over that time period, with 41, 30, and 25 fatalities, respectively. These counties have the lowest number of fatal auto accidents within this time frame.
Densely populated areas such as Philadelphia and Pittsburgh are more prone to deadly automobile accidents. During the 15-year span, 1,704 fatalities occurred in the two cities. During the period between 2004 and 2018, fatal auto accidents in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh accounted for 5% of all fatalities in Pennsylvania.
The personal injury attorneys at Spear Greenfield can assist you in every manner possible. We will do all possible to help you and your family regain your footing and go on with your lives. We extend our deepest sympathies to anybody affected by these horrible acts of recklessness, and we are aware that victims and their families have suffered enormously as a result of these crashes, which are frequently avoidable.
It goes without saying that a pedestrian accident can have significant ramifications for victims and their loved ones; therefore, it is imperative to seek legal representation as soon as possible. As soon as possible, schedule a free consultation with a Spear Greenfield pedestrian accident lawyer by emailing us or visiting our website. After suffering at the hands of a careless driver who caused a pedestrian accident, you can rely on our professional attorneys for the best legal aid possible.
In this difficult moment, you should not be afraid to seek the superior legal counsel you plainly deserve. If you or a loved one has been hurt as a pedestrian in Philadelphia, please call (215) 600-0681 to speak with our firm’s Pennsylvania pedestrian accident attorneys. Contact us as soon as possible so we can organize a free consultation with our attentive and compassionate team as soon as possible. There are no obligations or fees associated with this first evaluation of your claim.
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