According to authorities, a Philadelphia police officer was struck by a vehicle outside of the Phillies game at about 9:19 pm on Wednesday. The accident happened at 1000 Packer Avenue in South Philadelphia. Talk to a Philadelphia pedestrian accident attorney from Kwartler Manus today.
Driver Strikes Police Officer
Details from the accident indicate that a 2018 white Subaru struck a police officer who was on foot directing traffic for the baseball game. The impact was so significant that the officer hit the windshield of the car and the roof before falling to the ground. The officer was taken to Jefferson Hospital but is said to be in stable condition with undisclosed injuries.
The driver of the Subaru remained at the scene of the accident. Police have not said what occurred to lead to the accident, nor whether the driver will face any charges resulting from the crash.
Determining Fault in a Critical Case
When it comes to car accidents like this, in hectic, packed traffic, it is very common for small oversights to lead to the loss of life or serious injuries. Traffic may not follow traditional traffic patterns due to the congestion. Officers can also be hard to see on dark evenings, especially if the driver is fatigued, impaired, or distracted.
Get the Legal Representation You Need
If you are in a car accident, hire an attorney to guide you. Our Philadelphia pedestrian accident lawyer at Kwartler Manus is ready to provide you with legal support. Request a free consultation from our team after you’re hurt.
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