Shippensburg, PA – Three Injured in Four-Vehicle Collision on I-81

Shippensburg, PA (February 26, 2022) – Several individuals were injured in a four-vehicle collision that took place in Shippensburg on Friday afternoon, February 25.

Franklin County officials confirmed that the accident happened in the afternoon hours on I-81. Four vehicles were traveling on the highway in the area when they were involved in a chain-reaction collision due to reasons that are not fully known. The vehicles, which collided in the northbound lanes, all had extensive damages to their front and rear ends due to the severity of the collision. Multiple vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

Several responders, including local paramedics and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Three people sustained injuries as a result of the accident. Two of those victims were taken to the hospital by ambulance and one was rushed by medical helicopter. Their current conditions are not yet known.

Due to the severity of the collision, the roadway was blocked in the northbound lanes for approximately 30 minutes.

No further details have been released but the investigation into the collision remains ongoing.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

Car Accidents in Pennsylvania 

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Every year, tens of thousands of people sustained injuries as a result of car accidents in the state of Pennsylvania. Recent statistics have shown that over 220 car accidents happen in the state every day. Though many of these accidents are minor fender-benders and do not lead to injuries, others can be incredibly severe and life-altering in nature. In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a car accident that could have been prevented. Facing a car accident on your own is never easy to do. This is why you should always be prepared to speak with a dedicated legal advocate who has your best interests in mind.

Facing a car accident is never an easy thing to do, which is why you should have the help of a Shippensburg car accident attorney on your side in your time of need. An attorney will be able to help you when it comes to many aspects of your claim, from gathering evidence to meeting essential deadlines. This can be incredibly useful to you, especially if you have sustained serious injuries such as the following:

• Traumatic brain injuries
• Internal organ damage
• Fractures
• Paralysis

If your life has been physically and financially impacted by a car accident, you should be prepared to speak with a skilled and knowledgeable Shippensburg personal injury attorney that you can trust.

Shippensburg Car Accident Attorneys 

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys are here to help you after you have been hurt in a car accident caused by another party. We will help you gain a better understanding of your options moving forward after a life-altering Pennsylvania car accident. There are strict time constraints that you have to follow when it comes to your case. This is why you should act quickly and seek help with your claim after an accident. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Shippensburg at (215) 731-9900 to find out how we can help you in your time of need.

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 a well-respected member 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.