Friday afternoon at Radnor Senior High School turned surreal when a car veered onto the school’s track, rolled past stunned students and athletes, and finally came to rest in a nearby creek bed off South Radnor Chester Road. Despite the chaos, officials said no one was hurt. Radnor Township police arrested one man in connection with the incident and have launched an investigation into what went wrong.
Police share initial details
In a Facebook update from the Radnor Township Police Department, officials said officers responded after a vehicle entered the school’s track area and ended up in a creek bed adjacent to South Radnor Chester Road. The post noted that first responders secured the scene and began an investigation, while stopping short of explaining what led to the crash.
Local report: man arrested, no injuries
NBC10 Philadelphia reported that the crash happened on Friday and confirmed that athletes near the track escaped injury. The outlet also reported that police arrested one man in connection with the incident, although investigators have not released additional information about the cause.
Traffic investigators on the case
According to the Radnor Township Police Department Traffic Safety Unit, the unit handles serious vehicle crashes, prepares crash reports, and conducts speed studies and traffic calming research throughout the township. Investigators at the scene are working to determine how the vehicle left the roadway and ended up in the creek bed next to the track.
Fire crews help lock down the scene
Local fire and emergency crews assisted at the scene to protect bystanders and support the police investigation, according to area emergency service posts. Previous reports from the Radnor Fire Company highlight that the department routinely responds to vehicle crashes and handles scene safety and extrication when needed.
Officials seek witnesses
Authorities are asking anyone who saw the crash or has information about it to contact the Radnor Township Police Department. The department’s website lists its non-emergency number and a tips line for people who may be able to help fill in the gaps.
