EXETER TWP, Pa. – Exeter Township Police are working to determine what caused a fatal pedestrian accident at an area shopping center.
It happened just after 2 p.m. Monday in the lot of the Boscov’s store located in the 4500 block of Perkiomen Avenue.
Police say two adult women were crossing the parking lot in front of Boscov’s along Perkiomen Avenue when they were struck by a pickup truck turning into the main driving lane.
Investigators say both pedestrians were injured and transported for medical treatment. One died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash.
“During the course of the investigation, two pedestrians were struck by a pickup truck, and unfortunately, one succumbed to her injuries,” Lt. Sean Fullerton said.
“It appears as though the pickup truck was driving through the parking lot and turning onto the main traffic way in front of Boscov’s and struck the two individuals that were crossing the parking lot,” Fullerton said.
Police said the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating.
Members of the police department’s Traffic Safety Unit spent hours documenting the crash scene, measuring distances and speaking with witnesses.
Nationally, parking lots are a frequent site of crashes. The Traffic Safety Foundation reports nearly 1 in 5 vehicle accidents happen in parking lots or garages, where drivers and pedestrians share tight spaces and visibility can be limited. Even at slower speeds, the consequences can be tragic.
Anyone who witnessed the accident or has information is asked to call Exeter Township Police at 610-779-1490.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Mike Kaneff | WFMZ-TV