Brecknock Township, PA (May 30, 2024) – According to local authorities, a serious accident closed a portion of Route 222 near the border of Berks County and Lancaster County on Tuesday, May 28. It happened just after 1:00 p.m. in the southbound lanes near the Adamstown exit.
Authorities say a car was involved in a collision with a tractor-trailer, and the impact pushed the vehicle into the median, where it rolled over several times. A 21-year-old woman in the vehicle was partially ejected. She was taken to Reading Hospital in unknown condition.
Police say the tractor-trailer didn’t stop following the collision and continued south into Lancaster County. Brecknock Township Police state they are considering this a hit-and-run crash. Two witnesses who stayed on the scene say it was a white tractor-trailer, possibly with some blue on it. However, no further details have been released, and an investigation is still open.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery.
Truck Collisions in Pennsylvania
Traffic analysts say that there were approximately 170,000 truck accidents across the country during the past year or so. Furthermore, in terms of truck accidents, Pennsylvania trailed Florida, Texas, and California, the states with the highest rates of collisions.
Pennsylvania ranked fourth nationally. Even worse, many more people were injured, with a maximum of 300 deaths resulting from these accidents. Truck accidents are a major concern in Pennsylvania, as they are in many other states. The state has a large interstate and highway network, contributing to traffic. Furthermore, these vehicles’ sheer size and weight may cause catastrophic collisions.
Of course, you should be aware of your legal rights if you or a loved one were injured in a truck accident in Pennsylvania. When you file a claim for injuries sustained in a truck accident in Pennsylvania, you will work with more than just your typical auto insurance provider. A trucking contractor, for example, aims to increase earnings while limiting liability for accidents involving its drivers.
Fortunately, you can rest easy knowing that the skilled attorneys at the Slocum Firm are prepared to thoroughly assess your claim and collaborate with you to ascertain the compensation you are entitled to. For more information on scheduling a free consultation or how our team can protect your legal rights after an accident, contact our Brecknock truck accident lawyers at (570) 209-7376.
