Christmas night traffic came to a halt on the Commodore Barry Bridge between Chester, Pennsylvania and Bridgeport, New Jersey. The accident occurred on the eastbound side of the bridge and led to the report of at least one person having to be extricated from their vehicle by responding fire companies. If you or a loved one suffer injuries in any type of crash, be sure to speak with a Chester County car accident lawyer about your case.
Details of the Commodore Barry Bridge Collision
Police, fire, and EMS crews were dispatched to the eastbound side of the bridge around 10:40 PM on Christmas Night. Initial reports indicated that there were multiple people injured and an overturned vehicle. While en route to the bridge, the assignment was upgraded to include entrapment, but upon arrival fire crews did not find any victims still in their vehicles.
The majority of the wreckage was on the New Jersey side of the bridge headed eastbound. There were lengthy delays due to the overturned vehicle and large debris field that needed to be cleaned up before lanes could be reopened.
Call a Chester County Car Accident Lawyer at Kwartler Manus
Injuries suffered in a crash can lead to lifelong consequences and hefty medical bills. Rehabilitation can take months to years and you might not be able to return to work when you want. You deserve to be compensated for the losses incurred due to someone else’s negligence in a car crash. Call a Chester County car accident lawyer at Kwartler Manus today to discuss your case at a free consultation.