Philadelphia, PA – Julia Abraham Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Fairmount Ave

Philadelphia, PA (December 29, 2022) – A woman was killed in a fatal hit-and-run accident that took place in Philadelphia on the afternoon of Wednesday, December 28.

According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened at an unknown time at 370 Fairmount Avenue. Police confirmed that an individual in a stolen white Jeep Grand Cherokee was traveling in the area when the driver slammed into an SUV, which was parked near a corner store while the driver went inside to buy a lottery ticket.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. There was a woman sitting inside the vehicle that was struck, who has since been identified as 78-year-old Julia Mae Abraham. She was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries.

Police confirmed that the driver of the stolen Jeep continued onward and slammed into five other parked vehicles The driver fled the scene and was not found by police that night.

Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the accident at this time. It is not known if the police found the driver responsible for the accident.

We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken in this accident.

Fatal Accidents in Pennsylvania

Car accidents have, unfortunately, been increasing on our roads throughout the state of Pennsylvania every year. Car accidents take on many forms, but hit-and-run collisions are known for being some of the most severe in nature. This is due to the fact that drivers flee the scene, not checking to see how the victims are. In 2015, it was reported that approximately 737,100 hit-and-run accidents took place throughout the U.S. Losing somebody you love in a hit-and-run accident can be an impactful time in your life. If you have sustained these immense losses, it is incredibly important that you speak with an attorney that you can trust.

The loss of a loved one can impact every aspect of your life. As you are grieving the immense loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you are going to afford to pay the bills that continue to pile up against you. It can be stressful to deal with the loss of a loved one whose life has been taken prematurely in a fatal accident. If you have lost somebody close to you in an accident, you should speak with a skilled Philadelphia wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal car accidents over the years. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a fatal collision on both emotional and financial levels, as these losses can be difficult to fathom. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects, such as the following:

• Medical bills
• Funeral and burial expenses
• Lost income and future lost wages
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of companionship

Please contact a wrongful death attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do for you at this time.

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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.