Ebensburg, PA – Mitchell Teeter and Child Killed in Fatal Crash on Duman Rd

Ebensburg, PA – Mitchell Teeter and Child Killed in Fatal Crash on Duman Rd

Ebensburg, PA (March 21, 2023) – Two people were killed in a fatal car accident that took place in Ebensburg on the evening of Monday, March 20.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, the accident happened at 5:08 p.m. on Duman Road. Police confirmed that an adult male identified as Mitchell Teeter was traveling north in a Volkswagen Jetta. Teeter suddenly collided with a Volkswagen Tiguan head-on due to reasons that are still under investigation. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged.

Several local responders, including EMS crews and fire crews, were called to the scene. Teeter was severely injured and was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. The six-year-old passenger inside the Tiguan was also severely injured and rushed to UPMC Children’s Hospital by medical helicopter. While in the hospital, they were tragically pronounced deceased. The driver of the Tiguan was hospitalized but is expected to recover.

Due to the severity of the collision, Duman Road was closed around the area of Duman Lake County Park until 8:50 p.m. This led to extensive delays in the area.

No further details have been released at this time. The investigation into the collision remains ongoing.

We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victims who lost their lives in this collision.

Fatal Accidents in Pennsylvania 

3/21 Ebensburg, PA – Mitchell Teeter and Child Killed in Fatal Crash on Duman Rd In Pennsylvania, the rate of car accidents has been increasing. Though these accidents tend to lead to serious injuries, they can also sometimes take the lives of those involved. In 2020, it is estimated that approximately 1,129 people were killed in fatal car accidents within the state of Pennsylvania alone. Many families do not know how they will handle moving forward after a fatal car accident. If you have sustained these immense losses, speaking with an attorney is in your best interests.

The loss of a loved one can leave you in one of the most difficult positions of your life. While you are grieving your losses, you should not be tasked with keeping up with the many bills that pile up against you. It is normal to feel alone and confused after a fatal accident. Wrongful death claims can be incredibly complex. There are, however, several parties who could be successful in bringing a wrongful death claim, such as the following parties:

  • Spouse of the deceased
  • Children of the deceased
  • Parents of the deceased

Speaking with a dedicated and compassionate Ebensburg wrongful death attorney is one of the best decisions that you can make.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys are here for you after you have lost somebody you love in a fatal car accident. We want you and your family to get back on your feet as quickly as possible after you have sustained fatal losses. Our attorneys will assist you every step of the way as you work toward the compensation that is needed during these difficult times. You should never have to face a fatal car accident claim on your own. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in Ebensburg at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do to help you during these complex times.


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