Stevens, PA – Two Killed in Fatal Box Truck Accident on PA-222

Stevens, PA (September 27, 2022) – Two people were tragically killed in a fatal box truck accident on a highway in Stevens on Tuesday afternoon, September 27.

Police in East Cocalico Township confirmed that the accident happened in the afternoon hours on PA-222 around the exit for PA-322. Due to reasons that are not fully known, a passenger vehicle and a box truck collided with one another. The involved vehicles were badly damaged as a result of the accident.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. A total of two passengers inside the sedan were ejected from the force of the accident. One was tragically pronounced dead at the scene and the other unidentified victim was hospitalized at Lancaster General Hospital for traumatic injuries. Unfortunately, she was pronounced dead while at the hospital. A third victim was taken to the same hospital and is expected to be okay.

Due to the severity of the accident, the roadway was blocked in the area for an extended period of time.

No further details have been released but the investigation into the collision continues. Police will update with more information as it is available.

We would like to offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased victims at this time. We also hope that the injured party will receive a speedy recovery.

Fatal Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads in the state of Pennsylvania. In fact, they can weigh up to 80,000 pounds or more. This means that trucks are capable of causing some of the most catastrophic damage and harm in the event of an accident with smaller vehicles. In 2015, truck accidents encompassed approximately 7,465 accidents in Pennsylvania. Out of these accidents, 130 people were killed and many others were injured. Losing someone you love in a truck accident can be an impactful time in your life. Because of this, you and your family should have assistance from a skilled attorney moving forward.

Where do you turn after you have sustained the immense loss of a loved one? Speaking with a Stevens truck accident attorney can help you in many ways. It is true that no amount of money can ever bring back the life of someone closest to you. However, it can help you get back on your feet on financial levels. Dealing with either a truck accident claim or a wrongful death claim can be incredibly stressful. This is why you should have the assistance of a Stevens wrongful death attorney on your side.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal truck accidents over the years. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you and your family in an accident. There are many parties who could bring a successful wrongful death claim, including the following:

• Parents of the deceased
• Children of the deceased
• Spouse of the deceased

You have many options after a fatal truck accident, which is why we are here to help you. Please contact a truck accident attorney in Stevens at (215) 731-9900 for the help you deserve.

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.