Wayne Twp, PA – April Bowman Injured in Dump Truck Crash on PA-153

Wayne Township, PA (August 31, 2022) – One person sustained injuries in a dump truck accident on a major roadway in Wayne Township on Tuesday evening, August 30.

Pennsylvania State Police officials confirmed that the accident happened around 5:15 p.m. on PA-183 around the area of Reedsville Road. Police confirmed that 43-year-old Thomas Bowers Sr. was traveling south in an empty dump truck when he lost control of his vehicle. It is believed that he lost control when a vehicle started to slow down in front of him. He crossed over into the other lane of traffic and struck a Chevrolet Equinox that was being operated by 38-year-old April Bowman. This caused her vehicle to leave the roadway and travel down an embankment.

Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Bowman was the only person who sustained injuries as a result of the accident. She was rushed to the hospital by EMS but is expected to be okay.

The roadway was blocked in the area due to debris and both vehicles needed to be towed from the scene. Bowers was cited for driving too fast for weather conditions.

No further details have been released but the investigation into the accident continues.

Our thoughts go out to the party who sustained injuries in this crash.

Truck Accidents in Pennsylvania 

Truck accidents are known for being some of the most severe accidents that happen on our roads in Pennsylvania and beyond. This is due to the fact that trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads. These vehicles weigh as much as 80,000 pounds, which means that they are capable of causing extensive damage in the event of an accident. In just one recent year’s time in the U.S., over 110,000 people were severely injured in truck accidents and many also lost their lives. If you have sustained harm in one of these accidents, speaking with an attorney is in your best interests.

The aftermath of a truck accident can affect your life in many ways. As you are working on your physical recovery, you may be left wondering how you will afford to pay the bills that keep piling up against you. It is normal to sometimes feel helpless and alone during these difficult times. An attorney can play a huge role in your claim and help you prove that any of the following parties were to blame for your accident:

• A truck driver
• The trucking company that hired the driver
• A manufacturer of truck parts
• Cargo loaders

You have options following an accident and should speak with a Wayne Township truck accident attorney immediately.

At Edelstein Martin & Nelson, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have been injured in serious truck accidents. We believe that you have every right to hold a careless party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial damages. Please contact a truck accident attorney in Wayne Township at (215) 731-9900 for more information on how we can help you at this time.

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.