UPDATE: A tragic crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike has left one man dead early on January 1, 2024. Authorities confirm that the incident took place around 4:40 a.m. in Carbon County, specifically at mile marker 76.2 just north of the Mahoning Valley Interchange in Franklin Township.
Initial reports indicate that a male pedestrian was struck by a vehicle. Emergency responders pronounced the victim dead at the scene shortly after the accident. The Carbon County Coroner’s Office has scheduled an autopsy for 10:00 a.m. on Friday at the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office and Forensics Center.
Authorities, including the Pennsylvania State Police’s Pocono Station and the county district attorney’s office, are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident.
This devastating event highlights the ongoing risks faced by pedestrians on roadways and serves as a somber reminder of the need for vigilance, especially during busy holiday periods.
As the investigation unfolds, updates will be provided, and officials urge anyone with information related to the crash to come forward. Stay tuned for further developments on this breaking story.
