Shippensburg, PA – One Injured in Police-Involved Accident on Walnut Bottom Rd

Shippensburg, PA (March 12, 2023) – Around 3:30 a.m. on the morning of Sunday, March 12, one person sustained injuries in an accident in Shippensburg.

According to Pennsylvania State Police, the accident happened on Walnut Bottom Road at the M&T Bank. Police confirmed that a police cruiser was attempting to exit the parking lot for the bank when the vehicle’s front end struck a passing Mazda traveling through the area. The Mazda spun out of control and struck a sign to a motel in the area. Both vehicles sustained severe damage in the collision.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The driver of the Mazda sustained a knee injury due to the accident. They were taken to the hospital for treatment, though their conditions are not yet known.

The roadway was blocked in the area for some time. Police did not say if the trooper who caused the accident would be facing any disciplinary charges due to their role in the accident.

The investigation into the circumstances of the collision remains ongoing. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.

We offer our warmest sympathies to the party injured in this accident. We hope that they will receive a speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Car accidents have been on the rise throughout recent years in Pennsylvania. According to statistics released by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, approximately 128,000 car accidents happened in the state throughout all of 2018. Out of these accidents, approximately 78,000 people sustained injuries, with 4,500 of these being incredibly severe in nature. If you have sustained immense harm in a car accident that is not your fault, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

After being hurt in a car accident, you may be left with a wide array of questions. Speaking with a Shippensburg car accident attorney can help you move forward during these difficult times. The injuries that stem from a car accident can be incredibly extensive, such as the following:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs)
• Internal organ damage
• Broken bones
• Paralysis

These injuries tend to land victims in the hospital or cause them to miss out on time in the workplace. On top of this, they could cause you to miss out on your favorite activities. It is crucial that you speak with a Shippensburg personal injury lawyer as soon as possible.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, we are here for you and your family after you have been hurt in a serious Pennsylvania car accident. We are wholeheartedly committed to every aspect of your claim from start to finish as you navigate the complex legal system. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects. These include medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, and more. You should never have to stand alone after a car accident that is not your fault. Please contact a car accident attorney in Shippensburg at (215) 731-9900 to find out what we can do for you.