Springfield Township, PA – Three Killed in Car Crash on Springfield Pike near Mt Tabor Rd

Springfield Township, PA (September 26, 2023) – A major motor vehicle accident was reported in Fayette County on Sunday that claimed the lives of three people.

The accident occurred at around 5:55 p.m. on September 24 in Springfield Township.

According to reports provided by the Pennsylvania State Police, two cars were involved in a collision on the Springfield Pike near Mt Tabor Road. The involved vehicles sustained significant damage due to the accident. Both vehicles had to be towed from the scene.

The Connellsville Township Volunteer Fire Department, Normalville Area Fire Department, and Springfield Township Volunteer Hose Company all responded to provide assistance at the scene.

Three people involved in the crash were fatally injured. The victims were identified as 28-year-old Peter Zepf of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 25-year-old Katelin Lorch of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and 38-year-old Raymond Ramage.

Two other victims were transported to area hospitals for emergency medical care.

The accident is currently being investigated.

We hope the two people hurt in this accident recover quickly.

Our condolences go out to the families of Katelin Lorch, Peter Zepf, and Raymond Ramage at this time.

Fatal Car Accidents in Pennsylvania

Fatal collisions are the cause of more than a thousand deaths every year in the state of Pennsylvania. Many of these accidents take place due to careless and reckless drivers. When drivers fail to yield to others, switch lanes recklessly, or travel too fast for road conditions, they run the risk of causing accidents that severely harm or kill other people sharing the road.

Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be incredibly difficult. Unfortunately, families are often forced to deal with the emotional and financial consequences that these fatal collisions bring. It only makes sense that families are able to take action and hold the negligent drivers accountable for the harm that they have caused.

If your loved one has died as a result of a fatal collision, and negligence played a role, your family needs to reach out to a Springfield Township wrongful death lawyer immediately. There may be legal action that you can take to help secure the financial resources that you need during this very difficult time. Your attorney will be able to help guide you through the process and fight for compensation on your behalf.

The unfortunate truth is that the aftermath of a fatal car accident can be overwhelming and devastating for both the victim’s family and loved ones. For this reason, our team at Edelstein Martin & Nelson strives to provide the best legal representation to help you seek justice and receive compensation for your damages. Our team of experienced attorneys will work tirelessly to protect your rights and fight on your behalf. We offer free consultations with no upfront costs so that you can get started on protecting your rights in getting justice. Reach out to our Pennsylvania personal injury law firm today at (215) 731-9900 to discuss your options. Let our fearless advocates handle the legal aspects while you focus on healing and moving forward from this tragedy.