Philadelphia, PA (June 26, 2024) – Police say that a man in his 60s is dead after being struck by a vehicle in South Philadelphia, on June 25.

Police reported that a driver struck and killed a pedestrian on South Front Street at Washington Avenue around 6:00 a.m. that day. Per local news footage, a Penn Medicine parking shuttle could still be seen in the middle of the street. The man was pronounced dead at the scene, and the driver remained at the scene to speak with police. No arrests have been made so far. The Crash Investigation Division is investigating this incident. However, the specific circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, and police asked witnesses to come forward.

We offer our deepest condolences to the deceased man’s family.

Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania

Over the last several years, there has been an upsurge in pedestrian accidents in Pennsylvania. In fact, during this period, there has been an approximately 20% increase in pedestrian deaths. Of course, parking lots, crosswalks, intersections, and congested downtown areas are where pedestrian accidents occur most often. Furthermore, areas near schools and residential neighborhoods tend to have a higher rate of pedestrian accidents due to the increased number of pedestrians—especially children—in these areas.

Following the rules of the road, being aware of their surroundings, and driving carefully and alertly are all essential for drivers. After all, it is generally preventable to avoid catastrophic injuries or fatalities from pedestrian accidents, which are incredibly upsetting for the victims since they often cause long-term suffering and financial hardships.

Insurance companies often use various tactics to deny or reduce claims related to pedestrian accidents, thus exacerbating the situation. They have the option to downplay the severity of the wounds or dispute the insured driver’s culpability. Nonetheless, the Slocum Firm’s Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyers are skilled in handling these cases. We are committed to safeguarding our clients’ rights.

We at the Slocum Firm understand what it takes to stand up for you and your loved ones. We will represent your best interests and work to ensure that you get fair compensation at every stage of the claims procedure. Make use of our free consultation and contact us to learn more about how our team will protect your rights after an accident has dramatically changed your life. Call us at (570) 290-7376 to talk with our Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyers.