Chester, PA - Several Hurt in Two Crashes on Commodore Barry Bridge

Chester, PA (November 28, 2024) – Two crashes on the Commodore Barry Bridge left multiple people injured on Thanksgiving, November 28.

According to the Delaware River Port Authority, a fiery two-vehicle crash injured three people around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday. Crews worked to extinguish the flames on the bridge that spans the Delaware River from Chester to Bridgeport, NJ. None of the injuries was life-threatening, authorities said, but the victims' current conditions are unknown.

Shortly after the collision, emergency crews responded to an unrelated two-vehicle crash on the bridge that involved about six people. Some people required medical attention, but the injuries did not appear to be life-threatening, the Delaware River Port Authority confirmed. That said, the causes of both crashes remain under investigation.

Our thoughts go out to the injured victims and their families. We hope for their full recovery at this time.

Injury Vehicle Crashes in Pennsylvania

Our state witnesses thousands of vehicle accidents annually, resulting in serious injuries or fatalities for many drivers. When traveling on the multi-lane freeways and highly frequented interstates that cover our state, Pennsylvanians may be particularly worried about the hazards and risks of these serious accidents, just like residents of many other states. This is especially true on highways with higher speeds and a ton of traffic. As a result of the extensive network of highways and interstates that Pennsylvania has, it is unsurprising that our state experiences a significant amount of fatal and injury-causing collisions.

Moreover, accidents involving multiple drivers are even more likely to be catastrophic and even deadly. For example, in one recent year alone, 166,000 of these accidents occurred throughout the United States, around 4,700 of which resulted in deaths.

For these reasons and more, following a vehicle accident caused by another party's negligence, victims can and should take legal action with the help of a skilled attorney. If you've been hurt or lost your loved one in a preventable collision, you must reach out to a personal injury attorney in Chester as soon as possible. You do not have to cope with the aftermath of a deadly vehicle wreck on your own; don't wait to get the justice you deserve and the compensation to which you're entitled following a devastating crash.

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 individuals obtain justice and compensation for their injuries and damages, as well as the deaths of their loved ones, caused by car accidents that occur through no fault of their own.

If you or a loved one has been involved in an 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 and get the justice you and your loved ones deserve. You should be able to move on from your accident without stress and frustration or mounting medical bills.