Glenshaw, PA – One Injured in Car Crash at PA-8 & Duquesne St Intersection

Glenshaw, PA (March 31, 2023) – One person sustained serious injuries in a car accident that happened at an intersection in Glenshaw on the night of Thursday, March 30.

According to Glenshaw officials, the accident happened around 11:30 p.m. at the intersection of PA-8 and Duquesne Street. Police confirmed that a passenger vehicle and an SUV were traveling in the area when they entered the intersection at the same time, causing them to collide with each other. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged in the collision.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One person involved in the accident sustained serious injuries. The injured party was taken to the hospital for treatment, though their condition is not yet known.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.

No further details have been released. Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the collision.

We offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the party who has sustained injuries in this collision with hopes of a speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania  

Car accidents happen every hour of the day throughout the state of Pennsylvania, some of which are more severe than others. In 2022, it was reported that approximately 78,000 people sustained serious injuries in Pennsylvania. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye in many areas but intersections are known for being some of the most common places. Car accidents happen at intersections due to a wide array of reasons, which include the following:

• Distracted driving
• Drunk or drugged driving
• Speeding
• Falling asleep behind the wheel

You have options after an accident and should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

Being hurt in a car accident can be a difficult thing to face entirely on your own. You may be left with questions that you can only answer with the assistance of a Glenshaw car accident lawyer on your side. You may wonder what types of evidence is necessary and what deadlines you will need to meet if you want to move forward with a successful claim. On top of this, you may be left with a wide array of questions that you cannot answer on your own. If you have sustained severe injuries in an accident, you should speak with a Glenshaw personal injury lawyer who has your best interests in mind.

Our skilled and knowledgeable attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here to assist you after a car accident in Pennsylvania. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be on emotional, physical, and financial levels. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial aspects. These include things like medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, therapy costs, and so much more. You should never have to stand alone after a collision. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Glenshaw at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do for you.