Coraopolis, PA (October 19, 2025) – 26-year-old Summer Cartrette tragically lost her life early Sunday morning in a wrong-way crash on the Parkway West near McClaren Road (Exit 56), close to the Pittsburgh International Airport, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.
The crash occurred around 1:30 a.m., when Cartrette was driving eastbound in the westbound lanes and collided head-on with another vehicle. Emergency crews arrived to find Cartrette pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver and passenger in the second vehicle were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their current conditions have not been released.
The collision caused all westbound lanes in the area to close for nearly four hours while investigators reconstructed the scene. The roadway reopened at approximately 5:30 a.m.. The Pennsylvania State Police continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
Understanding Wrong-Way Crashes in Pennsylvania
Wrong-way collisions are often devastating due to the high speeds and force of impact. Victims and their families may have the right to pursue compensation for medical costs, lost income, pain and suffering, or wrongful death damages under Pennsylvania law. Consulting an experienced Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer can help ensure the responsible parties are held accountable and that victims’ rights are fully protected.
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