Centre Co, PA - One Dead, Several Hurt in Truck Crash on Rte 322 at Mt Nittany Expy

Centre County, PA (March 25, 2025) – One person was killed and several others were injured Monday morning after a crash on Route 322 in Centre County.

The crash happened near the 5700 block of the Mount Nittany Expressway. State College police informed that a Chevrolet truck was driving west on 322 when the 36-year-old driver crossed into the eastbound lane and hit a tractor-trailer. The crash caused the tractor-trailer to cross into the westbound lane and hit two other vehicles.

According to police, the driver of the Chevrolet truck was taken to Mount Nittany Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the tractor-trailer and two other vehicles were also taken to the hospital, where they were treated and later released. No further details were released, however, and an investigation is still ongoing.

We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased victim's loved ones. Our thoughts also go out to the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery at this time.

Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Pennsylvania

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is the site of thousands of vehicle accidents annually, resulting in serious injuries or fatalities for many drivers. Like residents of many other states, Pennsylvanians may be particularly concerned about the dangers and risks of truck accidents, especially when traversing the multi-lane roadways and heavily trafficked interstates spanning our state. Of course, Pennsylvania sees a lot of truck traffic because of the state's vast system of roads and interstates.

Moreover, accidents involving multiple drivers or large vehicles, such as trucks, are likely to be catastrophic and even deadly. For example, in one recent year alone, 166,833 truck accidents took place throughout the United States. Around 4,678 of them resulted in deaths. Though Florida, Texas, and California were the top states for these accidents, Pennsylvania wasn't far behind.

There were around 10,000 to 12,000 truck accidents in Pennsylvania in 2022, meaning that our state ranked fourth for the occurrence of these severe collisions. Approximately 250 to 300 people lost their lives in these incidents, and more than 4,000 to 5,000 were injured. That said, those interested in filing claims against the insurance company of an at-fault truck driver in a Pennsylvania truck accident may face an uphill battle. In other words, victims do not deal with the average motorist in these claims. Unfortunately, many insurance firms are solely interested in limiting their financial exposure and maximizing their earnings. Additionally, the trucking corporations that victims are typically up against are usually well-funded, with an army of lawyers fighting for their interests.

For these reasons and more, following a vehicle accident that ended in a loved one's tragic and sudden death, bereaved families can and should take legal action with the help of a skilled legal team. Grieving families shouldn't delay in reaching out to a Centre County wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible so that they can focus on their emotional recovery from their devastating loss rather than on mounting funeral expenses and other bills.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys understand the complexities of these cases and strive to provide our clients with the best possible legal representation. We have helped numerous families obtain justice and compensation for their losses and damages caused by deadly truck, car, and motorcycle accidents. If you have recently lost a loved one in a truck, motorcycle, or car accident, do not hesitate to contact our Pennsylvania personal injury law firm by calling (215) 731-9900 for a free case evaluation.

Let Edelstein Martin & Nelson help you take back control of your life today. Our team will work night and day to guide you toward justice.