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Londonderry Twp, PA - Three Injured in Officer-Involved Crash on Rte 283

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January 28, 2025

Londonderry Township, PA (January 28, 2025) - Three people were injured after a Pennsylvania State Police vehicle was involved in a crash on Route 283 in Dauphin County on Sunday morning, January 26.

A state police Ford Explorer was on Route 283 eastbound with its emergency lights activated while a trooper investigated a previous crash in the area, according to a recent news release.

The state police vehicle was half in the left lane and half in the left shoulder while the previous crash vehicle was awaiting a tow truck, police said. According to police, all passing vehicles were slowing down and merging into the right lane as required by law when passing an emergency response area.

A Volkswagen Passat traveling down Route 283 failed to yield and crashed into the state police vehicle, the release said. The trooper in the state police vehicle and two people in the Volkswagen were all transported to Hershey Medical Center for "suspected serious injuries," per Pennsylvania State Police. Police say speed and/or alcohol are suspected as potential causes of the incident. However, no further details have been released as an investigation remains ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time.

DUI-Related Accidents in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania continues to face a troubling number of accidents caused by impaired drivers. According to state statistics, alcohol-related crashes alone account for over 7,000 incidents annually, resulting in injuries and fatalities. Urban areas like Philadelphia are especially prone to these incidents due to their high population density and volume of traffic.

Here are some of the dangers of driving under the influence:

  1. Impaired Judgment – Alcohol or drugs hinder a driver’s ability to make sound decisions, increasing the risk of reckless or erratic behavior behind the wheel.
  2. Reduced Reaction Time – Impaired drivers may be slower to respond to sudden changes, such as other vehicles stopping or pedestrians crossing.
  3. Loss of Vehicle Control – Driving under the influence can impact a person’s coordination, making it difficult to steer or brake effectively.
  4. Heightened Risk of Fatalities – Accidents involving impaired drivers are more likely to result in serious injuries or deaths due to the lack of control and higher probability of high-speed collisions.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving an impaired driver, you deserve justice and compensation for your losses.

At Edelstein, Martin, & Nelson, our Londonderry Township car accident attorneys are here to provide the guidance you need. We are committed to helping victims and their families secure the financial compensation they deserve for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

Call our team today at (215) 731-9900 for a free consultation. Our experienced team will review your case, answer your questions, and fight tirelessly to protect your rights. Let Edelstein, Martin, & Nelso help you get the justice you deserve during this challenging time.

 

 

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