Jonestown, PA – Injuries Reported in 40-Vehicle Collision on I-81

Jonestown, PA (July 28, 2022) – Police confirmed that 40 vehicles were involved in a serious collision that took place on a Jonestown highway on Thursday afternoon, July 28.

According to authorities, the accident happened in the southbound lanes of I-81 around the area of mile marker 86.4. Four tractor-trailers, a passenger bus with 30 individuals in it, and several other vehicles were involved in the accident. Police determined that a total of 40 vehicles were involved in the chain-reaction collision, which led to extensive damages to the involved vehicles.

Several local responders, including Jonestown paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Police confirmed that a handful of individuals sustained injuries as a result of the accident. The parties are expected to be okay.

Due to the severity of the collision, the Interstate was blocked in the area for several hours. Police quickly worked to clear the scene

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

Our thoughts go out to the parties injured in this accident. We hope for their speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

There are approximately 120,000 miles of roads and highways in the state of Pennsylvania. Though this means that there are many places to see and experience, it also means that there are opportunities for car accidents. In 2020, it was reported that approximately 104,475 car accidents took place in the state of Pennsylvania, which led to injuries in over 61,000 people. These accidents happen on our major highways due to a wide array of reasons, including the following:

• Driver distractions, such as texting and driving
• Speeding
• Drunk or drugged driving
• Falling asleep behind the wheel

You have options after an accident and should be prepared to speak with a legal advocate that you can trust.

Where do you turn after your life has been turned upside-down due to a car accident? You should be prepared to speak with a Jonestown car accident attorney who can answer any questions that you have after an accident. For instance, what types of evidence do you need to prove that another party is at fault for your accident? What deadlines do you have to meet when it comes to moving forward with a claim? Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a dedicated Jonestown personal injury attorney on your side.

Our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here for you after you have been seriously injured in a car accident that is not your fault. You may have a long road to recovery if you have sustained serious injuries in your accident. Luckily, our attorneys are here to help you work toward the results that you deserve. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you need to get back on your feet at this time. Please contact a car accident attorney in Jonestown at (215) 731-9900 for more information on 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.