Philadelphia, PA (November 18, 2025) – A pedestrian was struck and killed Tuesday night on Cottman Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia, according to officials.
The crash happened around 7:48 p.m. on 18th Nov, 2025, in the 2100 block of Cottman Avenue. Responding officers found the victim in the roadway, and the individual was pronounced dead at 8:28 p.m.
Police confirmed that the driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. No additional details about the victim have been released.
The crash remains under investigation by the Philadelphia Police Department.
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Pedestrian deaths often involve factors such as failure to yield, poor visibility, or excessive speed. Pennsylvania law allows families to pursue wrongful death claims when negligence contributes to a fatal collision, helping recover damages for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional loss.
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