Pittsburgh, PA (May 8, 2024) – Following an accident on Wednesday night in Pittsburgh’s Bluff area, a motorcyclist has passed away. At around 9:30 p.m., emergency personnel were sent to the Boulevard of the Allies, close to Marion Street.

Officers with the Pittsburgh Police Department say that the motorcyclist received CPR on the scene and was transported to a hospital in critical condition. However, he was later declared deceased at a nearby hospital.  A total of three vehicles, including the motorcycle, were involved in the crash, but officers did not release further details about those victims or their injuries. An investigation is still ongoing, and witnesses were asked to contact Pittsburgh PD authorities as soon as possible.

Our deepest condolences are with the deceased man’s family. Our thoughts go out to any injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery at this time.

Motorcycle Accident Deaths in Pennsylvania

Unfortunately, a considerable risk of injury and death awaits motorcycle riders every time they head out on the open road. In Pennsylvania, there have been around 1780 fatal motorcycle collisions annually, on average, throughout the last five years. Moreover, although motorcyclists account for a small fraction of those injured in auto accidents, these crashes caused nearly 15% of all fatalities.

When it comes to being injured or killed in a traffic collision, motorcycle riders have a far higher risk than other vehicle drivers or passengers. Sadly, all too many motorists ignore motorcyclists or follow them too closely, which often causes serious injuries or even fatalities in these crashes.

Here at the Slocum Firm, we stop at nothing to fight for motorcyclists and anybody else injured in these crashes across Pennsylvania because we are aware of the devastating effects that a motorcycle accident can have on a victim and their families. The Slocum Firm will do whatever it takes to ensure that you and your family obtain justice. Our team diligently strives to advocate for your interests and secure the equitable recompense that you are entitled to. We have been committed to seeking justice on behalf of injured victims throughout the Commonwealth since 2009. Contact our Chambersburg motorcycle accident attorneys at (570) 209-7376 to discuss your legal rights after you’ve been hurt in a crash or lost a loved one in one of these devastating collisions.