A pedestrian struck on Woodbourne Road in Middletown died after suffering life-threatening injuries in an overnight crash, according to police. Officers responded at 3:34 a.m. Tuesday to the stretch of roadway between Quincy Drive and Quarry Road, where the pedestrian was found badly hurt and rushed to a hospital before later dying, according to LevittownNow.com.
According to PhillyBurbs, the crash happened in the southbound lanes of Woodbourne Road, in the direction of Bristol Township, as reported by Bucks County Courier Times. Police said the driver of the vehicle involved stayed at the scene and reported the crash, as noted by the same report.
Details on the Crash Remain Limited
Beyond the location and timing of the collision, police have not released information identifying the pedestrian or the driver. It also has not been disclosed how the crash occurred, whether speed or impairment played a role, or what charges, if any, might follow, and that leaves much of the incident still unresolved as investigators continue their work.
The stretch of Woodbourne Road where the crash occurred does have shoulders, but the roadway is not designed specifically for pedestrians, and traffic there typically moves at 40 mph or faster, per the same account. That combination of high speeds and a road not built with foot traffic in mind underscores the danger pedestrians can face along busier corridors in Bucks County.
Police Seek Witnesses and Video
Middletown police are asking anyone who witnessed the crash, or who has relevant video footage or other information, to come forward. Tips can be directed to Officer Robert Anselmi at 215-750-3845, extension 4120, or by emailing [email protected].
No further updates on the pedestrian's condition, identity, or the status of the investigation have been released.
