Woman Dies in Icy Head-On Crash in Port Richmond, Philadelphia
A tragic accident occurred early Saturday morning in Port Richmond, Philadelphia, resulting in the death of a woman. This incident took place amid hazardous weather conditions, including snow, sleet, and freezing rain, which contributed to slick roadways.
Details of the Crash
According to Philadelphia police, the accident transpired around 2 a.m. A 29-year-old man was driving a 2007 Nissan Titan pickup truck north on Aramingo Avenue when he lost control of the vehicle. The truck crossed into oncoming traffic, where it collided head-on with a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Impact and Aftermath
The force of the crash propelled the Volkswagen into the wall of an Aldi grocery store. Emergency medical responders from the Philadelphia Fire Department quickly arrived at the scene.
- The driver of the Volkswagen, a 45-year-old woman, was transported to a nearby hospital.
- She was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at 2:35 a.m.
- The Nissan driver and his 29-year-old female passenger sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to local hospitals.
Investigation Status
As of Saturday afternoon, Philadelphia police had not filed any charges related to the crash. The department’s Crash Investigation Division is currently examining the circumstances surrounding the incident.
