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Harrisburg, PA – Injuries Reported in Car Crash on I-83 Near Paxton St

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May 5, 2022

Harrisburg, PA (May 5, 2022) – Around 3 p.m. on the afternoon of Thursday, May 5, a car crash led to injuries on a major highway in Harrisburg.

Harrisburg Police confirmed that the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-83 around the area of exit 45, Paxton Street. Though police have not confirmed the exact circumstances leading up to the collision, it is believed that several vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction collision. The vehicles were badly damaged as a result.

Several local responders, including Harrisburg fire crews and medics, were called to the scene to help those in need. One or more parties were seriously injured in the accident. The parties were taken to local hospitals, though their identities and conditions are not known at this time.

Several southbound lanes of traffic were blocked for some time following the accident. Police worked to quickly clear the scene.

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

We offer our thoughts to you after you have been hurt. We hope for your full recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

The state of Pennsylvania sees tens of thousands of collisions every year. Out of the nearly 105,000 car accidents that took place in all 2020 throughout the state, approximately 61,248 people were seriously injured in these collisions. Every time you get behind the wheel of a car, there is a risk that you could be involved in a collision caused by another party. This is something that many people do not think about but happens every single day, leaving victims in difficult positions. There are many common reasons for these accidents, including some of the following:

  • Drunk driving
  • Driving distracted
  • Speeding
  • Falling asleep behind the wheel

5/5 Harrisburg, PA – Injuries Reported in Car Crash on I-83 Near Paxton St

No matter how an accident occurs, you may be feeling helpless and alone in the aftermath. This is why you should have legal counsel on your side.

If you have been affected by a preventable car accident, you should have the assistance of a Harrisburg car accident lawyer on your side. An attorney will be able to help you show that another party is responsible for the harm that you have endured in your accident. You should be aware of the fact that you have many rights under Pennsylvania law. A Harrisburg personal injury lawyer can help you answer any questions that you have along the way as you move forward with your claim.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have aggressively fought to help injured victims who have been hurt in Pennsylvania car accidents. We will help you gain a better comprehension of any goals that you have along the way after your accident. When the insurance company is attempting to low-ball you and offer you less than you deserve, you should know that you have help in your corner. We will never let you down when it comes to receiving the compensation that you deserve in your case. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Harrisburg at (215) 731-9900 for more information on how our attorneys can help you.

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.

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