Philadelphia, PA – Woman Injured in Fatal Train Crash on Aramingo Ave

Philadelphia, PA (December 24, 2022) –Around 1:45 a.m. on the morning of Thursday, December 22, a woman was injured in a serious train crash in Philadelphia.

According to Philadelphia officials, the accident happened at 3900 Aramingo Avenue near the area of Wheatsheaf Lane on the train tracks nearby. Police confirmed that a woman was walking in the area when she was suddenly struck by a CSX train behind the local Wawa parking lot due to reasons that are not yet known. The accident happened down a steep hill.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to assist the woman. The unidentified victim sustained head and leg injuries due to the accident. She was taken to the hospital for treatment of serious injuries, though her condition is not currently known.

The area was blocked off for some time following the crash. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.

No further details have been released at this time. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.

We offer our warmest sympathies to the party injured in this accident with hopes of a full recovery.

Train Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Though train accidents are not nearly as common as other accidents in Pennsylvania, they still continue to happen and lead to extensive harm every year. In 2021, it was reported that approximately 234 fatalities and 669 railroad-related injuries took place throughout the U.S. due to the negligence of others. Especially when pedestrians are involved in these accidents, they tend to lead to some of the most catastrophic results. This is due to the fact that pedestrians have no protection from harm in the event of an accident involving one of these large modes of transportation. If you have been hurt in a train crash, you should speak with an attorney who has your best interests in mind.

Moving forward after a train crash can be a difficult thing to do. This is especially true knowing that these accidents tend to lead to life-altering injuries, such as some of the following:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Spinal cord injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Paralysis

These injuries sometimes land victims in the hospital for days, weeks, or months at a time. On top of this, they cause victims to miss out on time at work. If you have been hurt in a train crash and wonder where you can turn, you should speak with a compassionate Philadelphia personal injury attorney that you can trust.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys are here for you after you have sustained immense harm in a life-altering train collision. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Our attorneys have years of experience handling accident claims and will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the complex legal system. Please contact a train accident attorney in Philadelphia at (215) 731-9900 for more information on how we can help you during these challenging times.

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 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.