Philadelphia, PA – Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident on Princeton St

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Philadelphia, PA (February 14, 2023) – A man was killed in a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian accident that took place in Philadelphia on Sunday night, February 12.

According to Philadelphia Police, the accident happened around 11:48 p.m. at 4500 Princeton Street. Police confirmed that a driver was traveling in the Tacony section of the city in their black GMC pickup truck when they suddenly struck a pedestrian who was walking across the street. The driver immediately fled the scene without stopping.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has only been identified as a 19-year-old male, was rushed to Nazareth Hospital with traumatic injuries. He was tragically pronounced dead while there within the hour.

The roadway was blocked for an extended period of time after the accident. Police did not say if they have yet found the responsible driver who caused the accident.

No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.

We would like to offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim who lost his life in this traumatic accident.

Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania

In Pennsylvania, pedestrian accidents have unfortunately become more common than ever before. In fact, hundreds of people are killed as a result of these accidents within the state each year. Some drivers are not paying attention to the roads around them when a pedestrian accident occurs, then flee the scene because they were engaged in reckless acts. Between 2012 and 2020, it was reported that an average of 158 pedestrians lost their lives every year in Pennsylvania. If you and your family have lost someone you love in a fatal pedestrian accident, speaking with an attorney is in your best interests.

The loss of a loved one can affect your life in a variety of ways. It is normal to feel alone and confused after you have lost a loved one in a fatal pedestrian crash. As you are grieving the loss of a loved one whose life has been taken from you, it is essential that you do not have to worry about the many bills that keep piling up. Bringing a wrongful death claim is not always an easy thing to do. This is why you should speak with a compassionate Philadelphia wrongful death attorney in the event of a fatal accident.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal pedestrian accidents throughout Pennsylvania. It is important that you bring a wrongful death claim with the help of an experienced attorney, as they can involve legal issues that are unfamiliar to you. We will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects, such as the following: