Dickinson Township, PA (January 30, 2026) – A major hit-and-run collision on Wednesday morning, January 28, 2026, resulted in a life-threatening crash that shut down Route 34 (Carlisle Road) for eight hours. The incident occurred at approximately 8:25 a.m. near the intersection of Peach Glen Road.
Pennsylvania State Police report that the crash was triggered by a driver who turned left from Peach Glen Road onto Route 34 directly into the path of a northbound commercial truck. In a desperate attempt to avoid a direct collision with the turning vehicle, the truck driver swerved into the southbound lanes. The truck, loaded with 40 tons of soda ash, overturned and collided with a southbound Subaru Forester.
The driver of the Subaru, identified as 75-year-old Barbara Braband of Carlisle, became trapped in the wreckage and required extrication by first responders. She was subsequently airlifted to Hershey Medical Center. While her injuries were initially critical, hospital officials reported she was in good condition as of Thursday afternoon. The truck driver was uninjured, though his vehicle slid into a nearby residence on the west side of the highway before coming to a stop. The driver who initiated the sequence of events fled the scene and remains at large.
Hit and Run Accident in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, a driver who causes a crash through negligence is liable even if their vehicle never made physical contact with others. Victims of “no-contact” hit-and-runs have the right to pursue compensation for medical bills, property damage, and trauma.
Establishing liability in these complex scenarios requires immediate investigative action. A Pennsylvania hit and run accident attorney serves as a dedicated advocate, working to identify the fleeing driver through surveillance and witness testimony. If the perpetrator remains at large, legal counsel can help you secure benefits through Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage. This oversight is vital for preserving time-sensitive evidence, such as the truck’s black box data, which can prove a swerve was a necessary life-saving maneuver.
Pennsylvania’s legal deadlines are strict. While the general statute of limitations is two years, claims involving hazardous road design or government entities often require a formal notice of claim within six months. Prompt action is necessary to ensure evidence is not lost and that you are treated fairly by insurance carriers throughout your recovery.
If you have questions about your legal rights after a serious accident, contact Stanley Law Office at 888-997-3889 for a free, private consultation. We are here to help you find the answers and support you deserve.
