A late-night crash on Interstate 279 in Ohio Township claimed the life of a 51-year-old Pittsburgh man, officials said. The wreck happened around 11 p.m. on the southbound side of the highway near the Camp Horne Road exit. The driver was taken to a hospital, where he later died. Authorities identified the victim as Michael Secosky of the Lawrenceville neighborhood.
Crash Near Camp Horne Exit
According to a report from the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office, cited by WTAE, Secosky was 51 years old at the time of his death. Pennsylvania State Police are handling the investigation and have not released any additional information about what led up to the collision.
This Stretch Has Seen Big Disruptions
The Camp Horne exit and the surrounding section of Parkway North have become known for frequent traffic disruptions and serious crashes in recent years. Hoodline previously covered an incident involving an overturned tractor-trailer on I-279 that shut down southbound lanes and showed how quickly problems there can snarl the evening commute.
Investigation Ongoing
Officials have not yet said whether any other vehicles were involved or whether charges might be filed. Investigators are continuing to review the crash scene along with the medical examiner's findings. WTAE reported the medical examiner's identification of Secosky, and state police are expected to release more details as the investigation moves forward.
