Clearfield, PA – Two-Vehicle Crash with Injuries at Daisey St & Beauty Dr

Clearfield, PA (May 10, 2022) – A serious two-vehicle collision with injuries happened in Clearfield on Monday afternoon, May 9, around 3:08 p.m.

According to local officials, the accident occurred at the intersection of Daisey Street and Beauty Drive. Police confirmed that a 19-year-old man was driving an orange Subaru Outback when the vehicle slammed into the rear of a Toyota Outlander that was being operated by a 44-year-old woman. Police claim that the driver of the Outlander was stopped and waiting behind a school bus that was leaving children off when the collision took place. The Outback was severely damaged and caught on fire as a result.

Fire crews were able to quickly bring the fire under control following the collision. Injuries were reported as a result of the crash. The female driver of the Outlander was injured and rushed to Penn Highlands Clearfield for treatment of her injuries. She had an 8-year-old child in her vehicle but they were not injured. The male driver of the Outback was injured but did not go to the hospital.

Police confirmed that the 19-year-old driver has since been cited in the accident for following too closely.

A small portion of the road was blocked at the intersection for some time. Police worked to clear the scene.

No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing.

We offer our warm thoughts to the injured victims at this time.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Pennsylvania car accidents are an unfortunate reality that have become normal in our everyday lives. In fact, they are not uncommon by any means, causing injuries to approximately 61,248 people in Pennsylvania in the year 2020. After you have sought medical attention for your injuries, you may be concerned about the road to recovery and how you will afford to recover following your collision. On top of this, you could be dealing with painful and even long-term injuries. Because of this, you should be prepared to speak with an attorney that you can trust.

In the event that you have sustained serious injuries in a car accident, you may wonder where you can turn next. Having the help of a dedicated Clearfield car accident attorney on your side can be extremely beneficial. A car accident can be an incredibly stressful experience. This is especially true if you have sustained injuries such as the following:

• Neck and back injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Broken bones
• Paralysis

You deserve representation, which is why you should speak with a knowledgeable Clearfield personal injury attorney on your side.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys are here to protect your rights after a Pennsylvania car accident that is not your fault. We strongly urge you to speak with an attorney as soon as possible so that you can get started on protecting your rights from the very start. Our attorneys are well-versed in Pennsylvania accident laws and will stand by your side in your time of need. Please contact a car accident attorney in Pennsylvania at (215) 731-9900 for more information on your options at this time.

Note: Independent sources were used to create this post including news stories, witness statements, social media posts, and first-hand accounts about the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident that are represented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you find incorrect information or would like the post to be removed, please contact us immediately.  We will correct the inaccurate information or will remove the post completely.

Disclaimer: As a well-respected member of the community, we at Edelstein, Martin & Nelson strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who drives on our roads and highways. We are always saddened by these accidents but hope that, through awareness members of our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. The photos depicted in this post are not representative of the actual accident scene.