New Albany, PA – Stephen Rockwell Killed in Head-on Collision at Front St & Hatch Hill Rd

New Albany, PA (May 26, 2022) – A man was killed in a fatal head-on collision that took place around 12:40 p.m. on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 25.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, the accident happened at the intersection of Front Street and Hatch Hill Road. A driver was traveling north in the area when they started to make a westbound turn. A second driver was traveling south in the area. For reasons that are not yet known, the two vehicles collided head-on with each other. The involved vehicles sustained heavy damage as a result of the accident.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The driver of the second vehicle, identified as 68-year-old Stephen Rockwell, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to unknown injuries. The driver of the first vehicle had a minor injury and refused treatment.

The roadway was blocked in the area for an extended period of time. Police quickly worked to clear the scene.

Pennsylvania State Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the accident.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Fatal Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Car accidents happen within seconds throughout the state of Pennsylvania every year. Hundreds of lives are taken monthly due to severe car accidents. In just one day’s time, statistics show that approximately 3 lives are lost due to fatal car accidents. These accidents take on many forms but among the most severe are head-on collisions. In just one recent year, over 2% of car accidents were deemed head-on collisions. If you have lost someone you love in a fatal accident, you should know that you have options. It is imperative that you speak with an attorney that you can trust.

Moving forward after a car accident is never an easy thing to do. You may need the skilled help of a New Albany car accident attorney on your side who has handled these types of claims in the past. As you grieve the sudden loss of your loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. You should never have to deal with the stressful aftermath of an accident on your own. Because of this, it is vital that you speak with a New Albany wrongful death lawyer that you can rely on.

If you have lost someone you love in a fatal collision, our attorneys at Edelstein Martin & Nelson are here to help you. Our team has handled many wrongful death claims in the past and will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve. These include some of the following aspects:

• Medical bills
• Funeral and burial costs
• Pain and suffering
• Therapy costs

Our attorneys are here to help you during one of the most difficult times in your life. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in New Albany at (215) 731-9900 to find out 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.