Complete Allegheny County, PA accident reports and news.

Accidents in Allegheny County are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year

In Allegheny County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.

When an accident happens in Allegheny County, it is important to do the following immediately:

  • Remain at the crash scene;
  • Check on the condition of all people involved in the crash;
  • Call the police;
  • Exchange information with other drivers;
  • Get contact information from witnesses;
  • Inform your insurance company;
  • Get appropriate medical treatment, and track the details;
  • Take photos of vehicle damage and injuries;
  • Consider hiring a personal injury attorney.

An injury attorney handles all the details so that you don't have to.

After a Allegheny County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.

Personal injury lawyers offer a no-cost claim evaluation to help you.

Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential personal injury claim. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.

Most recent accident reports

Pittsburgh, PA
Accident Date: 
Sun, 12/22/2013

A 67-year-old man, according to the medical examiner's office, was hit and killed in a crash on Ohio River Boulevard on Monday night.

The accident happened in the 4200 block of the road in Bellevue.

The victim's name was not immediately available.

Pittsburgh, PA
Accident Date: 
Thu, 12/19/2013

An 86-year-old man was killed tonight in a three-vehicle crash in East Pittsburgh, the Allegheny County Medical Examiner's office said.

The wreck occurred at Route 30 and Center Street around 6:27 p.m. Allegheny County police are investigating.

Pittsburgh, PA
Accident Date: 
Tue, 11/19/2013
A man suffered head injuries when he was struck by a car Tuesday night in Mt. Lebanon. Police say Michael Joseph Puccio, 30, remains in critical condition after he was hit by an SUV while attempting to cross Washington Road in an area where there are no crosswalks.