Pennsylvania

Three People Killed in Multi-Vehicle Accident at I-81 in Pottsville, PA

Published on: March 29, 2022

Date of Accident
March 28, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-81, Pottsville, PA, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a collision that killed three people at  I-81 in Pottsville, PA on March 28th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 10:30 a.m. Officials say the crash involved 40 vehicles, including multiple tractor-trailers and passenger cars colliding under unclear circumstances. Investigators believe a snow squall reduced road visibility and contributed to the crash. Three people involved suffered fatal injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Pennsylvania State Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-81
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Multiple vehicles collided in a chain reaction collision

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