Belleville, PA – Toddler Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Applehouse Rd

Belleville, PA (February 28, 2023) – A toddler was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident that took place at a private school in Belleville on Saturday, February 25, around noon.

According to local police, the accident happened at noon on 120 Applehouse Road at the Valley View Christian School, a private school in the area. A 2-year-old boy was standing outside when a man got into his vehicle. The man suffered a medical episode, causing him to strike the child and pin him against the school building. The driver then continued to drive forward, unable to stop and pinning the boy even further. There was a person inside the bathroom at the time of the accident who was struck by debris caused by the force of the collision.

Several Belleville responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The 2-year-old boy was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. The person who was inside the building and was struck by debris was hospitalized but is expected to be okay.

The area was blocked off for an extended period of time following the crash.

No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision remains ongoing. Police will update with new information as it is available.

We would like to offer our warmest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken in this accident. We also hope that the injured pedestrian receives a speedy recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Pedestrian accidents are known for being quite severe, especially those that involve children. This is due to the fact that pedestrians, especially children, are vulnerable parties on our roads who are susceptible to extensive harm in the event of a collision. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation estimated that approximately 2,788 pedestrians were injured in 2020 pedestrian accidents, and 145 individuals were killed. These accidents can be impactful and devastating, which is why victims should fully understand their options moving forward.

The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be a challenging thing to face. Nobody ever expects to face the loss of a loved one whose life was taken prematurely in a fatal pedestrian crash. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the many bills that keep piling up. There are many parties who can successfully bring a wrongful death claim after a fatal pedestrian accident, including the following:

• Parents of the deceased
• Children of the deceased
• Spouse of the deceased
• A personal representative of the estate

You have options and should speak with a skilled Belleville wrongful death attorney soon after a collision.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal accidents over the years. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a fatal crash, both emotionally and financially. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping you achieve the compensation that you deserve so that you can get back on your feet. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Belleville at (215) 731-9900 to find out what options you have at this time.