Monroe County, PA (May 12, 2024) – One person has been identified after a fatal crash that took place on Saturday evening on Interstate 380 northbound. According to the Monroe County Coroner, 38-year-old Sean Richmond, Stroudsburg Athletic Director and Wrestling Coach, was identified as the victim of the crash.
According to a Pennsylvania State Police release, crews were dispatched just after 6:00 p.m. to mile marker 1.4 on I-380 northbound for an apparent vehicle and pedestrian crash. Officials say the Richmond was transported to St. Luke’s Monroe Campus, where he later succumbed to his injuries. PSP Stroudsburg responded, with EMS units assisting, though officers did not say whether any other victims suffered injuries. However, an investigation into the crash remains ongoing, and no further details were reported.
We extend our sincere condolences to Sean Richmond’s loved ones. Our thoughts go out to any injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery at this time.
Auto Accidents in Pennsylvania
Whether it involves a minor injury or a devastating fatality, any car 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 Monroe County car accident lawyers in Pennsylvania at (570) 209-7376.
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