Bedford County, PA (May 16, 2024) – A multi-vehicle collision occurred in Bedford County on Wednesday morning, May 15, and resulted in the death of a West Virginia man, according to local authorities. Per the latest reports provided by troopers with the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), officers were called to a vehicle collision around 10:30 a.m.
The incident took place on Hyndman Road near the junction of Allegheny Road in Manns Choice Borough. The collision involved a 2019 Peterbilt 389 and a 2016 Ford Focus. Walter Kwapien, 70, of Morgantown, West Virginia, was operating the Ford, which was struck by the Peterbilt at a stop sign. After Kwapien was transferred to UPMC Bedford, he was declared deceased. The other driver was unharmed. However, an investigation into the crash remains ongoing, and no further details were reported.
We extend our sincere condolences to Walter Kwapien’s loved ones.
Fatal Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania
From causing minor injuries to devastating fatalities and long-term pain for victims and their families, any type of vehicle accident can quickly change a person’s life. Although the damage to your car may cause you inconvenience, nothing is worse than sustaining life-threatening injuries or losing a loved one, from the physical pain to the emotional trauma and beyond. And taking on a large insurance company alone only exacerbates the already stressful aftermath of a crash. Insurance company adjusters are taught to take advantage of your misery and injuries to reduce your payout and boost their profits.
Injuries from auto accidents account for the majority of personal injuries in Pennsylvania. Still, these crashes can result from some of the most challenging and complex injury claims. For these reasons and more, a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer is essential to optimize the recompense you get from your insurance policy or the at-fault driver’s insurance company.
Even though every case is different, you can be confident that our legal team is ready to evaluate your claim in detail and help you determine how much money you are entitled to. We are skilled and knowledgeable in Pennsylvania personal injury law.
The Slocum Firm is aware of the suffering that victims and their families endure and recognizes how drastically an auto accident can change a person’s life. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding your crash, we work hard to represent your best interests and get you the just compensation you are due. Since 2009, our staff has dedicated themselves to pursuing justice for injured victims across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. For more information about your legal rights after an accident, call our Bedford County car accident lawyers in Pennsylvania at (570) 209-7376.
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