Harrisburg, PA – Multi-Vehicle Collision with Injuries in WB Lanes of PA-283

Harrisburg, PA (April 5, 2022) – Around 12 p.m. on the afternoon of Tuesday, April 5, a multi-vehicle collision took place on a roadway in Harrisburg.

According to Harrisburg Police, the accident happened in the westbound lanes of PA-283 around the area of Vine Street. Several vehicles were traveling in the area when one or more lost control, causing the vehicles to collide with each other. The involved vehicles were badly damaged and had to be towed from the scene.

Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One or more victims were hurt as a result of the accident. The injured parties, who have not yet been identified, were rushed to local hospitals for treatment. Their conditions are not yet known.

Due to the severity of the accident, there was a lane restriction in the westbound lanes until police were able to fully clear the scene.

No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has been seeing an increase in car accidents on its roads over the years. Hundreds of thousands of collisions actually happen every year within the state. In just 2020 alone, over 104,000 car accidents happened in the state of Pennsylvania, with approximately 61,000 or more accidents leading to serious injuries. These accidents can happen virtually anywhere but our major highways are known for being some of the most common places. Nobody ever expects to become injured in a car accident the moment they get behind the wheel of a car. If this has happened to you, you should speak with a dedicated attorney who has handled these complex claims in the past.

Being hurt in a car accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. You may have many questions during these difficult times that only a Harrisburg car accident attorney will be able to answer. An attorney will be able to help you gather necessary evidence that is useful in your claim, as well as help you to meet deadlines that are required of you. They can help you show that the following elements were present in your case:

• A driver owed a duty of care
• A driver breached the duty of care
• The breach in duty led to your accident
• Your accident led to injuries and other damages

You should have the assistance of a Harrisburg personal injury lawyer on your side after a serious accident.

Harrisburg Car Accident Attorneys 

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have diligently assisted those injured in serious Pennsylvania car accidents. We understand how overwhelming a car accident can be and how difficult it can be to gain a better understanding of Pennsylvania accident laws. This is why we are here to provide our knowledge with you so that you can move forward. Our attorneys will help you work toward the justice and compensation you deserve so that you can get back on your feet. Please contact a car accident attorney in Harrisburg at (215) 731-9900 to find out how we 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.