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LANGHORNE, PA – The Middletown Township Police Department is currently investigating a fatal accident that occurred on the evening of April 4, 2024, involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in front of the Burlington Coat Factory on 2375 E. Lincoln Highway in Langhorne.

According to the police report, the incident took place at approximately 9:16 PM when a blue Subaru station wagon, traveling east on E. Lincoln Highway, collided with a male pedestrian crossing the roadway. Tragically, the pedestrian did not survive the impact of the crash. The driver of the Subaru was unharmed, remained at the scene, and is actively cooperating with law enforcement as they delve into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The Middletown Township Police Department is reaching out to the community, urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or possesses any relevant information to come forward. Witnesses are encouraged to contact Sergeant Mark McLeod or Officer Matt Balint at 215-750-3845 to assist in the ongoing investigation.

This tragic event highlights the critical importance of road safety and vigilance for both drivers and pedestrians alike. The police department expresses its condolences to the family and friends of the deceased and commits to a thorough investigation of the accident.

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