Pennsylvania

One Person Injured in Accident at I-78 in Berks County, PA

Published on: July 2, 2024

Date of Accident
July 1, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-78, Center Valley, Berks County, PA, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured at least one person involved at I-78 in Berks County, PA on July 1st, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 8:30 a.m. Investigators say a westbound tractor-trailer collided with a center barrier for unclear reasons, debris from the barrier being pushed into oncoming travel lanes. A second, eastbound SUV is said to have collided with the debris, causing it to overturn into westbound lanes. A second truck also crashed into the debris. Reports say one person in the SUV was ejected from the vehicle in the crash and hospitalized with serious injuries. The condition of the others involved was not stated. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Pennsylvania State Police
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, SUV
Road/Highway
I-78
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

SUV and two semi-trucks were involved in a collision

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