An ordinary Thursday morning in Easton turned tragic when an 81-year-old woman died after suffering serious injuries on the 100 block of Young Street while helping a family member with a parked motor vehicle, police said. Officers arrived at about 10:17 a.m. and found the woman with severe injuries. She was transported to a nearby hospital, where she later died. Authorities have not released further details about how the injuries occurred as the probe continues.
Police timeline and initial notice
According to a post from the Easton Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Young Street at approximately 10:17 a.m. and discovered the woman suffering from serious injuries. The department's initial notice did not detail the exact mechanism of the injury, leaving key questions about how the situation turned deadly still unanswered.
Investigators and next steps
As reported by Daily Voice, investigators believe the woman was assisting a family member who was working on a motor vehicle parked in the area when she sustained the fatal injuries. The Northampton County Coroner's Office and the Northampton County District Attorney's Office have joined Easton police in the investigation, which remains active.
How to help the probe
Easton police detectives are asking anyone with information to call 610-250-6656, per the Easton Police Department. Officials have also asked for patience and privacy for the victim's family while investigators work to determine exactly what happened.
