New Castle, PA – Car Accident Involving Ambulance at E Washington St & Butler Ave

New Castle, PA (March 17, 2022) – Injuries were reported in a car accident that took place at a New Castle intersection on Wednesday evening, March 16.

According to New Castle officials, the accident happened at the intersection of East Washington Street and Butler Avenue. A passenger vehicle was traveling through the intersection when it collided with an ambulance due to reasons that are not yet known. Both vehicles sustained damages as a result of the accident.

Paramedics, fire crews, and various other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The driver of the passenger vehicle, as well as the patient inside the ambulance, were taken to local hospitals for treatment of injuries. The paramedics inside the ambulance were evaluated at the scene for any injuries. The parties are all expected to recover.

The roadway was blocked in several lanes for an extended period of time, which led to delays until police cleared the scene.

The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania

Car accidents happen every hour of the day throughout the state of Pennsylvania, some of which are minor and others that are life-altering and severe. Car accidents can happen anywhere within the state but intersections are known for being some of the most common places. In just one recent year’s time in the entirety of the U.S., it is estimated that approximately 2.5 million intersection accidents took place. In fact, over 50% of crashes leading to injuries and fatalities take place at intersections. This makes them one of the most dangerous areas on our roads. If you have been hurt in an intersection-related accident, you should have the help of an attorney on your side that you can trust.

Being hurt in a car accident can affect your life in ways that you may not be prepared to face on your own. Having the assistance of a New Castle car accident attorney can ensure that your rights are protected following a collision. Some of the most severe injuries that stem from car accidents include some of the following:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Organ damage
• Fractures
• Paralysis

These injuries are sometimes so severe that they land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time at work. You have options and should seek the immediate help of a New Castle personal injury lawyer in your time of need.

New Castle Car Accident Attorneys 

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have diligently assisted those injured in Pennsylvania car accidents over the years. No matter how your accident occurs, we will work to prove that the other party is at fault for the harm that they have caused you. If the insurance company is refusing to pay you what you deserve, look no further. Our attorneys will help you obtain the compensation you deserve so that you can move forward. Please contact a car accident attorney in New Castle at (215) 731-9900 to find out what options are available for you 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.