Harrisburg, PA – Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident on 17th St
Harrisburg, PA (July 9, 2023) – Around 9 p.m. on the night of Saturday, July 8, a man was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident near a Harrisburg intersection.
According to the Harrisburg Bureau of Police, the accident happened on 17th Street around the area of Mulberry Street. Police confirmed that a man was walking in the area when he was suddenly struck by a driver who was allegedly inside a 2005-2006 BMW X5. The driver immediately fled the scene after the accident.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other Harrisburg responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has since been identified as an adult male, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene even though life-saving efforts were attempted. Nobody else was injured in the accident.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time after the collision. Police did not say if they found the driver, but they did identify the vehicle and said that it had extensive front-end damage due to the accident.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.
We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken in this accident.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania
You should be able to walk anywhere in Pennsylvania without the fear of being involved in an accident with a driver. Walking is the oldest means of transportation and is great for your health, but it comes with risks when you are sharing the roads with drivers of passenger vehicles. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a pedestrian accident. In 2019, it was reported that 154 pedestrians were killed in fatal Pennsylvania pedestrian accidents, and many others were injured. If you have lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident, you should speak with a legal advocate that you can trust.
Even in a low-speed accident, a pedestrian could be severely injured or killed. Drivers, as such, are expected to pay close attention to what is happening around them. There are many reasons for serious pedestrian accidents on our roads in Pennsylvania, such as the following:
- Distracted driving
- Driving faster than the posted speed limit
- Driving while under the influence
- Failing to yield the right-of-way
- Not paying attention at crosswalks
Losing a loved one in a pedestrian collision can affect many aspects of your life both emotionally and financially. This is why speaking with a Harrisburg pedestrian accident lawyer is one of the best decisions that you and your family can make as you move forward.
At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in pedestrian accidents. No matter the circumstances leading up to your accident, we will provide you with the resources that you need to be successful in your claim. You may find that you are eligible for a wide array of financial damages at this time. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Harrisburg at (215) 731-9900 for more information on how we can assist you.
