Breezewood, PA – Two Injured in Serious Truck Accident on Lincoln Hwy

Breezewood, PA (July 14, 2023) – On Thursday, July 13, two people sustained injuries in a truck accident that took place near an intersection in Breezewood.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, the accident occurred at the intersection of Lincoln Highway and North Breezewood Road. Police confirmed that a camper was traveling west on the highway near the intersection and was in the middle lane. A Freightliner truck was stopped at a red light at the intersection. The driver of the camper suddenly lost control of the camper due to the brakes failing, causing the front end to slam into the back of the truck. Both vehicles then traveled about 200 feet before they came to a stop, sustaining immense damage.

Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were called to the scene to help those in need. Both the driver and passenger inside the camper sustained serious injuries. They were flown to UPMC Altoona for treatment, though their conditions are not known. Nobody else was hurt in the accident.

Several lanes of traffic were blocked in the area for some time. This led to delays until the scene was cleared.

The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the parties who have been injured in this accident. We hope that they receive a speedy recovery from their injuries.

Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania

Accidents involving large trucks are not as common as other types of accidents. However, they are known for being some of the most catastrophic. In 2021, it was reported that Pennsylvania saw the second-highest number of trucking accidents in the state since 2005. In that year, 7,244 accidents involving large trucks took place throughout Pennsylvania. Out of these accidents, a large percentage lead to injuries, and some deaths as well. If you have been hurt in a truck accident in Pennsylvania, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney immediately.

Nobody is ever prepared to be involved in a life-altering truck accident. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye due to many reasons. Because truck drivers spend a long period of time on our roads, they are more likely to engage in distracted driving or speeding behavior to get from one destination to the next. There are several parties who could be at fault for a truck crash, such as the following:

• Truck drivers
• Trucking companies
• Manufacturers of truck parts
• Cargo loaders

If you have sustained injuries in a truck accident, you should be prepared to speak with a Breezewood truck accident attorney who has your best interests in mind.

Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after you have been hurt in a truck accident that was caused by another party. We understand the ins and outs of accident laws in Pennsylvania and will stand by your side when you need our help the most. We will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. Please contact a truck accident attorney in Breezewood at (215) 731-9900 to find out how we can help you.