Johnstown, PA – Kirk Allen Young Killed in Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Scalp Ave

Johnstown, PA (June 11, 2023) – Around 6:30 p.m. on the evening of Saturday, June 10, a man was killed in a fatal motorcycle accident in Johnstown.

According to Cambria County officials, the accident happened on Scalp Avenue. Police confirmed that a motorcyclist was traveling eastbound on Scalp Avenue when, suddenly, a vehicle pulled out of the Dairy Queen parking lot nearby. The motorcycle was struck by the vehicle, causing the motorcyclist to become ejected onto the ground.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The motorcyclist, identified as 53-year-old Kirk Allen Young, was rushed to Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center for treatment of severe injuries. He was tragically pronounced deceased while there.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for some time. This led to delays until the scene was cleared.

No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.

We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was lost in this accident.

Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Though motorcycle accidents are not the most common accidents on our roads, they are known for being some of the most catastrophic. This is due to the fact that motorcyclists have no protection from harm in the event of an accident involving a larger type of vehicle. Motorcycle accidents make up approximately 2.7% of Pennsylvania crashes. However, they make up approximately 17% of total fatalities on our roads. Hundreds of fatalities happen every year in the state of Pennsylvania. If you have lost somebody you love in a fatal motorcycle crash, it is important that you and your family have help moving forward.

The aftermath of a fatal crash can be an impactful time in your life, leaving you with questions that you cannot answer on your own. As you are grieving the immense loss of a loved one due to a motorcycle crash, you may wonder where you can turn. Moving forward financially is not always an easy thing to do during these difficult times. Luckily, you have every right to bring a wrongful death claim. There are several parties who are eligible to bring a claim, such as the following:

• A spouse of the deceased
• A child of the deceased
• A parent of the deceased
• A personal representative of the estate

Speaking with a Johnstown motorcycle accident attorney can help you move forward during these challenging times.

Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a fatal crash and offer our help and resources along the way. Our attorneys will assist you as you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Johnstown at (215) 731-9900 to find out how we can assist you.