> At a Glance
> – Pickup truck lost control on icy Aramingo Ave at 2 a.m.
> – 45-year-old woman died; truck driver and passenger injured
> – Police investigating; no charges filed yet
> – Why it matters: Icy roads in Philadelphia pose serious danger
A fatal head-on collision on icy streets in Philadelphia’s Port Richmond neighborhood left one dead and two injured, prompting a police investigation.
Crash Details
The collision occurred around 2 a.m. on the 3500 block of Aramingo Ave. A black 2007 Nissan Titan heading north lost control and struck a southbound 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. The driver of the Jetta, a 45-year-old woman, was pronounced dead at the hospital at 2:35 a.m.
The truck driver and a 29-year-old woman passenger were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No charges have been filed, but the incident remains under investigation.
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 2:00 a.m. | Truck loses control |
| 2:35 a.m. | Victim pronounced dead |
Road Conditions
Roads and sidewalks were icy throughout the Philadelphia region after a wintry mix fell overnight Friday into Saturday. Drivers are warned that black ice can look like shiny asphalt and should avoid sudden steering or hard braking. Saturday night and Sunday morning are expected to remain cold but dry, with more wintry mix predicted for Sunday afternoon and evening.
Key Takeaways
- Pickup truck crash on icy Aramingo Ave resulted in one death and two injuries.
- The incident occurred at 2 a.m. and involved a 2007 Nissan Titan and a 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
- Police are investigating; no charges have been filed yet.
The crash highlights the hazards of Philadelphia’s winter roads and the importance of cautious driving.
