Valley Green, PA - Brian Peek Killed in Pedestrian Crash on Red Mill Rd

Valley Green, PA (August 20, 2024) – The York County coroner has identified the fire police officer killed over the weekend as 67-year-old Brian Peek of Newberry Township, York County.

Peek died after being struck by a vehicle in York County on Friday afternoon, according to the coroner. The Newberry Township Police Department says Peek was struck and killed at the intersection of Red Mill Road and Corn Hill Road in Newberry Township at around 2:20 p.m.

After an autopsy was performed on Monday at Lehigh Valley Hospital, it was confirmed that Peek died of blunt force injuries. It's unclear if the driver involved stayed at the scene, and the events leading up to the fatal incident are unknown in the meantime, the investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

Pedestrian Accidents in Pennsylvania

Pedestrian accidents are on the rise throughout the nation, including in Pennsylvania. The hazard to pedestrians has escalated substantially in recent years due to the peak of distracted driving. Unfortunately, thousands of pedestrians are killed or injured annually in collisions.

And although pedestrian accidents can occur anywhere, certain areas present a greater risk. With more than 2,200 accidents occurring in metropolitan statistical areas over the last year, most of these incidents occurred in urban regions. There were roughly 1,240 accidents in suburban areas, compared to only about 430 in rural areas. For instance, when drivers do not yield to pedestrians who are passing busy city streets, they can strike them and cause severe or fatal injuries. Furthermore, a lot of people fail to stop at intersections, resulting in severe accidents that result in devastating injuries for those involved.

Critical injuries or fatalities can result from pedestrian accidents, causing permanent suffering and financial hardship. This leaves victims to deal with the painful aftermath of an accident that occurred through no fault of their own. Long-term, painful injuries or the tragic loss of a loved one as a result of an accident is something that no victim or family should ever have to experience.

Here at Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our skilled and seasoned pedestrian accident attorneys in Valley Green know the stress that comes with sustaining injuries through no fault of your own or the anguish and sorrow accompanying the loss of your loved one at the hands of a negligent driver.

For these reasons and more, our team of seasoned lawyers is committed to fighting for justice on behalf of our clients and their families, whether they've been seriously injured in a crash that occurred thanks to another driver's negligence or have lost a loved one at the hands of a careless driver. Regardless of the details surrounding your crash, we will work hard on your behalf to build a successful claim and fight to safeguard your legal rights.

With a steadfast commitment to client advocacy and a proven track record of success, we offer personalized legal representation to individuals injured due to negligence. To speak with an attorney about your serious car accident, call us at (215) 731-9900 to schedule a consultation. Our dedicated team is equipped to guide you through the legal process and ensure that your rights and interests are vigorously defended.