Reading, PA – Demerious Smith Killed in Fatal Car Crash on Brownsville Rd

Reading, PA (January 2, 2022) – On Friday, December 30, a man was killed in a fatal car accident in Reading involving an overturned vehicle.

According to Berks County officials, the accident happened in the afternoon hours at 500 Brownsville Road. Police confirmed that two vehicles were traveling in the area when they became involved in a collision due to reasons that are not entirely known. One of the vehicles overturned as a result, which led to extensive damages.

Several responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were called to the scene to help those in need. One of the victims involved in the accident, identified as 39-year-old Demerious Smith, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. It is not known if anyone else was hurt in the accident.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for some time. This led to extensive delays until the scene was cleared.

The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.

We offer our warmest sympathies to the family and friends of the victim whose life was lost as a result of this accident.

Fatal Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Fatal accidents happen every single day throughout Pennsylvania, even though we do everything we can on the roads to ensure that these accidents do not occur. Every month, hundreds of lives are lost as a result of fatal car accidents in the state. In just 2020 alone, it was reported that approximately 1,129 people were killed in fatal accidents in Pennsylvania. Losing a loved one is a devastating event that too many families have to face each year. If you have sustained these immense losses, you should speak with an attorney that you can rely on.

Moving forward after you have lost a loved one in a fatal car accident can be a devastating and traumatic time for your family. These losses can leave you feeling alone and confused, which is why it is vital that you speak with a Reading car accident attorney that you can rely on. As you are grieving the loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that keep piling up against you. You should not have to deal with the stress of an accident on your own. This is why speaking with a Reading wrongful death attorney is one of the best decisions that you can make.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we are here to assist you after you have lost someone you love in a fatal car accident. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a fatal accident and offer our help and resources in your time of need. Our attorneys will assist you every step of the way as you work toward the compensation that you need to cover a wide array of aspects, such as the following:

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

You should never have to stand alone after you have lost a loved one in a fatal accident. Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in Reading at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do 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 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.