Two Dead After Mayfair Car Crash

Two people died in a serious accident that involved a pedestrian and a motorcyclist in the Mayfair section of Philadelphia.

According to law enforcement, the accident occurs just before noon in the 6400 block of Frankford Avenue in Mayfair. The driver of a Ford F250 truck was headed northbound on Frankford when the motorcycle traveling west on Passmore Street cut it off.

The truck and motorcycle collided and as a result of the collision, the driver of the truck lost control and struck a pedestrian sitting on a bench nearby. The motorcyclist was ejected off his bike onto the sidewalk. He was later pronounced dead at Jefferson Torresdale Hospital.

The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Neither of the victims have been identified.

According to Inspector D.F. Pace of the Philadelphia Police Department,

“This tragic sequence of events was clearly caused by the motorcyclist. As for the innocent person sitting on that bench, it’s just a tragic set of circumstances. He was at the wrong place at the wrong time.”

Law enforcement believes the motorcyclist might have been intoxicated and might have just left a nearby bar. The medical examiner is conducting toxicology tests.

The truck driver remained at the scene. According to law enforcement, he had not been speeding or disobeying any other traffic laws.

Have You Been Involved in an Accident with a Drunk Driver?

If you have been involved in an accident with someone who was driving while impaired, it’s important to understand your legal rights.

What should you do following an accident that involves a drunk driver?

Call 911 and report the accident as soon as possible and get medical attention if necessary. If you or any other people involved in the accident are hurt, it’s important to get medical attention right away. Even if your injuries seem minor, it’s always best to be checked out by a doctor.

Gather evidence at the scene of the accident. If you are able, take pictures of the damage to both vehicles as well as any visible injuries. It can also be helpful to exchange insurance information, license plate numbers and contact details with the other driver.

Contact a personal injury lawyer. If you are injured as a result of an accident caused by a drunk driver, it’s important to work with an experienced personal injury lawyer who can help you navigate the legal process and fight for compensation.

The attorneys at Heavens Law have worked with clients injured by drunk drivers. If you need to speak to someone about your situation, contact us at 484-467-8254. All phone consultations are free and confidential, with no obligation beyond that.