Wayne Twp, PA - Two Dead, One Hurt in Crash on Rte 183

Wayne Township, PA (May 10, 2024) – Early on Friday, a two-car collision on Route 183 in Wayne Township, Schuylkill County, claimed the lives of two individuals, according to local authorities.

According to a supervisor with the Schuylkill County Communications Center, the collision occurred at 12:10 a.m. on Route 183 southbound between Kiehner Road and Hurst Road. State police identified the victims in Schuylkill Haven as a 19-year-old Auburn woman and a 23-year-old man from Schuylkill Haven.

Both individuals were found deceased at the scene. Police stated a 56-year-old woman from Pottsville, who was driving the second vehicle, sustained minor injuries and was transported by EMS to Lehigh Valley Hospital-East Norwegian Street. However, no further details were released, and an investigation proceeded as officers asked for witnesses to get in touch with additional information.

We extend our deepest condolences to the deceased victims' families. Our thoughts are with all injured victims in hopes of their complete recovery.

Fatal Car Accidents in Pennsylvania

In one recent year, Pennsylvania recorded nearly 1,130 fatalities from auto accidents, the second-lowest number of traffic fatalities since PennDOT began keeping track of such data. Nevertheless, these deadly accidents still occur all too frequently, and justice remains owed to the families of these victims. If a family member is killed in a collision, you have every right to hold the negligent motorist liable for your loss. To be awarded compensation in a wrongful death case arising from a fatal auto accident, the plaintiff must establish that the negligent party was responsible. Of course, contacting a skilled accident attorney to help you establish the necessary elements of a wrongful death claim as soon as possible is essential.

Enduring the loss of a loved one is one of the most difficult experiences that a family member can experience, particularly if their passing could have been avoided and was the result of another person's negligence. Although no monetary amount can restore the memory of a departed loved one, our attorneys will help you and yours fight for justice and obtain the necessary compensation to proceed with your life. Our attorneys can assist you in pursuing compensation for medical expenses, funeral costs, loss of companionship, lost income, and much more in the event of an unlawful death lawsuit.

To ensure you have the best chance of protecting your rights in the aftermath of a deadly car crash, you should seek guidance from a Wayne Township-area wrongful death lawyer immediately. A skilled, compassionate attorney can help you pursue a claim and seek the maximum possible compensation for your damages after you've lost a loved one in a preventable crash.

The law firm of Edelstein, Martin & Nelson, LLP is dedicated to providing top-notch legal representation for car accident victims in Pennsylvania. Our experienced attorneys have a proven track record of obtaining maximum compensation for our clients and are well-versed in dealing with insurance companies who try to deny valid claims. Do not hesitate to contact us at (215) 731-9900 for a free consultation. Let us help you get the compensation you deserve after a crash has turned your life upside-down.