Lancaster, PA – Fatal Motorcycle Accident Takes One Life on Rte 462

Lancaster, PA (August 15, 2022) – One person lost their life in a fatal motorcycle accident that happened on a major roadway in Lancaster on Sunday night, August 14.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, the accident happened around 10:10 p.m. on Route 462 around the area of the Strasburg Pike and the Route 30 exit. Police confirmed that a motorcyclist was traveling in the area when they were suddenly struck by a pickup truck due to reasons that are not fully known. The motorcycle was extensively damaged in the accident.

Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The motorcyclist, who has since been identified as 43-year-old Tyrone Gardner, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. Nobody else was hurt as a result of the crash.

The roadway was blocked in the area for several hours as police worked to clear the scene.

No further details have been released. Pennsylvania State Police officials continue their investigation into the accident.

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

Motorcycle Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Though motorcycle accidents are not as common as other accidents on our roads in Pennsylvania, they still occur weekly within the state. In just 2020, it was reported that a total of 3,398 motorcycle accidents took place in Pennsylvania. Out of these accidents, 215 people lost their lives and many others were seriously injured. Motorcyclists are some of the most vulnerable victims on our roads, which means that they are prone to some of the most serious harm in the event of an accident. If you have lost someone you love in a motorcycle accident, you should always be prepared to speak with an attorney that you can trust.

Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the aftermath of a fatal motorcycle accident on their own. If you have faced these immense losses, you should speak with a Lancaster motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible. It is true that no amount of money that is paid to you after a fatal accident can bring back a loved one’s life. However, it can help you move forward on a financial level, which could be causing you immense stress after an accident. You have options and should speak with a skilled Lancaster wrongful death attorney as soon as possible after your accident.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal motorcycle accidents. Our attorneys are here for you every step of the way as you navigate the Pennsylvania legal system for the first time. We will assist you as you work toward compensation that can cover some of the following aspects after a fatal accident:

• Medical bills
• Lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Therapy costs
• Loss of consortium or companionship

We are here to protect your rights every step of the way after a fatal accident has upended your life. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Lancaster at (215) 731-9900 to find out what options you have at this time.

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.