Lancaster, PA – Several Injured in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Fruitville Pke

Lancaster, PA (October 2, 2022) – Several people sustained serious injuries in a multi-vehicle collision that took place on a highway in Lancaster on Saturday evening, October 1.

According to Lancaster officials, the accident happened at 7 p.m. at 2100 Fruitville Pike. Due to reasons that are not entirely known, police confirmed that multiple vehicles collided with each other on the highway. The vehicles were involved in a chain-reaction collision that led to severe damages in the involved vehicles.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. It was reported that two or more parties were hurt as a result of the accident. The injured parties, who have not yet been formally identified, were taken to local hospitals for treatment.

The roadway was blocked in several lanes of traffic for an extended period of time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.

No further details have been released but the investigation into the collision remains ongoing.

Our thoughts go out to the parties who have been hurt as a result of this accident. We hope that they will receive a speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Car accidents have been happening more commonly than ever before in the state of Pennsylvania over recent years. These accidents land hundreds of thousands of victims in the hospital each year. In 2020, it was reported that approximately 104,475 car accidents took place in Pennsylvania, with about 61,248 of these accidents leading to injuries. Car accidents happen on our major highways due to a wide array of reasons, which include the following:

• Distracted driving, such as texting and driving
• Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Speeding
• Falling asleep behind the wheel

If you have been hurt in a car accident that is not your fault, you should speak with an attorney that you can rely on.

The unfortunate truth is that many innocent drivers and passengers are hurt in Pennsylvania car accidents every single year. If you have sustained injuries in a car accident, you should speak switch a dedicated Lancaster car accident attorneythat you can trust. An attorney will be able to help you with many aspects of your claim, from gathering necessary evidence to meeting deadlines that are required of you. You should be prepared to speak with a skilled Lancaster personal injury attorney as soon as possible after an accident.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys will stand by your side after a car accident that was caused by another party. Having the assistance of an attorney on your side will be able to help you greatly lessen some of the stress that you may be feeling associated with your accident. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping you hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. We will also help you obtain the compensation you deserve at this time. Please contact a car accident attorney in Lancaster at (215) 731-9900 for more information on your available options.

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 well-respected members 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.