> At a Glance
> – A man was struck and killed by a car near Popeyes on 5100 Woodland Ave at 7:47 p.m. Wednesday
> – The victim was pronounced dead at the scene
> – The driver stayed at the scene; no identities released yet
> – Why it matters: The incident marks another fatal traffic collision in Philadelphia as police continue investigating the circumstances
A fatal crash outside a fast-food restaurant in Southwest Philadelphia has left one man dead and investigators searching for answers Wednesday night.
What Happened
The collision occurred at 7:47 p.m. on the 5100 block of Woodland Avenue, directly outside a Popeyes restaurant, according to police reports. Officers arrived to find the pedestrian had sustained fatal injuries.
SkyForce10 aerial footage showed investigators examining the scene around a vehicle that had come to rest on the sidewalk beside the restaurant.
Investigation Status
- The victim’s identity has not been released
- The driver’s name remains undisclosed
- Police confirmed the driver remained at the crash site
- The incident remains under active investigation
Key Details
| Aspect | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 5100 Woodland Avenue, Southwest Philly |
| Time | 7:47 p.m. Wednesday |
| Victim | Male, pronounced dead at scene |
| Driver | Remained at scene, unidentified |
The crash site drew a significant police presence as investigators worked to determine the sequence of events that led to the fatal collision.
Key Takeaways
- Fatal pedestrian crash occurred outside Popeyes at 5100 Woodland Ave
- Driver cooperated with authorities and stayed at the scene
- Victim and driver identities withheld pending investigation
- No charges or citations announced as probe continues
The investigation into this fatal crash remains ongoing as authorities piece together what led to the deadly encounter.
