N Versailles, PA – Man Killed in Fatal Car Crash at Fifth Ave & Congress St

North Versailles, PA (March 3, 2022) – A man was killed in a fatal car crash that took place at an intersection in North Versailles on Wednesday night, March 2.

Allegheny County Police confirmed that the accident happened at 11 p.m. at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Congress Street. Two vehicles entered the intersection at the same time, including a Dodge Caravan and a Ford Explorer Sport pickup. The vehicles involved in the crash were badly damaged as a result.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The driver of the pickup truck, identified only as a 59-year-old man, was tragically pronounced deceased at the hospital. The driver of the van, identified as a 24-year-old man, was hospitalized. His 22-year-old female passenger was also hospitalized. The two are expected to be okay.

Due to the severity of the crash, the roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for a period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.

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

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Car accidents happen every hour of the day throughout the state of Pennsylvania. In 2020, approximately 286 car accidents happened every day within the state. That same year, it is estimated that approximately three people were killed in fatal car accidents every single day. These accidents happen due to a wide array of reasons, including the following:

• Driver distractions
• Drunk or drugged driving
• Speeding
• Fatigued driving

Losing a loved one in a fatal accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. If you have lost someone you love in a crash, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

The loss of a loved one can leave you in a difficult position. If you have sustained these immense losses, you should speak with a North Versailles car accident attorney that you can rely on. As you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. You should never have to worry about how these aspects entirely on your own. It is imperative that you seek the help of a North Versailles wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.

North Versailles Wrongful Death Attorneys 

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal car accidents. Your life could be completely devastated by the loss of a loved one. This can impact your life on both emotional and financial levels. If you have sustained the enormous loss of a loved one, our attorneys will stand by your side. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in North Versailles at (215) 731-9900 to find out what options are available for 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.