Summit Township, PA – Elliott Hugh Killed in Car Crash on Harmonsburg Rd

Summit Township, PA (October 16, 2023) – The Pennsylvania State Police out of Meadville confirmed that 79-year-old Elliott Hugh of Linesville, Pennsylvania, lost his life as a result of an automobile accident that took place in Crawford County on Saturday afternoon, October 14.

At approximately 3:13 p.m., the police and area firefighters were called to the scene of an accident on Harmonsburg Road.

According to official reports, a Ford F150 XLT pickup truck was heading east along Harmonsburg Road. At the same time, a Toyota Tacoma was traveling westbound on the same roadway. For unknown reasons, the driver of the pickup truck lost control of their vehicle due to wet road conditions. As a result, the vehicle traveled into oncoming traffic and collided with the Toyota.

Firefighters from the Summit Township Volunteer Fire Department, Vernon Central Volunteer Fire Department, and the Conneaut Lake Volunteer Fire Department all responded to assist.

The Toyota's driver, identified as Hugh, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by the Crawford County Coroner’s Office.

A 27-year-old man, a 23-year-old man, and a 73-year-old woman were all critically injured. The victims were transported to UPMC Hammett for emergency treatment.

The Pennsylvania State Police is currently investigating the incident.

We hope the three people injured due to this crash recover quickly.

Our sympathies are with the family of Elliott Hugh at this time.

Fatal Car Accidents in Pennsylvania

Fatal collisions in the state of Pennsylvania claimed the lives of nearly 100 people every month. The unfortunate truth is that we see a significant number of accidents take place that are completely preventable. When drivers fail to operate their vehicles safely and responsibly, it can have deadly consequences for others around. This is especially true in inclement weather conditions.

When drivers are traveling on wet roadways, it is critically important that they are able to maintain control of their vehicles. Depending on the circumstances, drivers may be required to slow down and turn on their four ways while proceeding ahead. Unfortunately, there are far too many cases of drivers in a hurry to make it to their destination. As a result, innocent people continue to lose their lives as a result of these accidents.

After losing your loved one, your family may be able to take legal action against the responsible party. A wrongful death lawyer in Summit Township can help you pursue a claim following the loss of your loved one so that you are able to get justice. It is crucial to seek legal guidance right away to provide yourself with the best chance of getting justice.

Our compassionate car accident lawyers at Edelstein Martin & Nelson understand how difficult it can be for families to move forward after losing a loved one due to a fatal accident. For this reason, we remain committed to providing fearless and dedicated legal representation for each person we represent. We will help your family hold the negligent driver accountable for their actions that claimed the life of your loved one. To get started bike scheduling a free consultation, reach out to our Pennsylvania personal injury law firm by calling 215-731-9900 at your earliest convenience.