Butler County, PA (May 5, 2024) – On Saturday night, an ATV collision in Butler County claimed the life of a man.
According to Pennsylvania State Police in Butler County, the collision occurred on Chicora Fennelton Road in Donegal Township, close to the junction of Geibel Road. Police say a 39-year-old man was killed in the interim, but no further information about the death or the circumstances surrounding the crash was made public. As their investigation progressed, Butler County PD detectives asked any witnesses to come forward.
We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased man’s family.
ATV Accidents in Pennsylvania
A study by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, published last year, showed startling statistics about the high frequency of hazardous and often deadly auto accidents in the Keystone State. And according to reports, every year in the US, between 300 and 400 people pass away from ATV-related crashes.
ATV explosions or fires are the cause of a large number of these incidents. Specifically, Kawasaki recalled over 6,000 off-road and all-terrain vehicles in one recent year because of potential fire concerns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that over the last two decades in our state, 682 ATV accidents in Pennsylvania resulted in fatalities. In fact, our state had the fourth-highest number of ATV deaths in the country during this time.
There is plenty of room in Pennsylvania for riding ATVs, which include quads, three-wheelers, four-wheelers, and even snowmobiles. These vehicles can be a lot of fun and can be excellent for agricultural labor and outdoor fun as well. However, off-road vehicles may be very dangerous, especially when driven by untrained individuals, on steep terrain, or when malfunctioning components cause explosions and fires.
If you’ve been hurt or lost a loved one in an ATV crash, you can trust our team at the Slocum Firm to assist you and your family. Our commitment to injured victims throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania dates back to 2009. Knowing what victims go through, we at the Slocum Firm will do all it takes to keep you and yours protected during every step of the legal claim process. We will stop at nothing to safeguard your rights and get fair recompense. Call (570) 209-7376 to speak with a Butler County vehicle accident lawyer about scheduling a free consultation today.
