South Strabane Township, Pennsylvania – A serene Sunday afternoon turned into a scene of devastation following a three-car collision that claimed the life of a Washington woman. The incident, which occurred at the intersection of Route 136 and Davis School Road, sent shockwaves through the community, leaving residents stunned by the tragic loss.
Emergency responders arrived at the chaotic scene just after 2:00 p.m., greeted by a grim sight of mangled cars and debris scattered across the roadway. Among the injured parties was 93-year-old Rose Marie Gillespie, who sustained critical injuries in the collision. Despite immediate medical intervention and transportation via helicopter to a hospital in Pittsburgh, Rose Marie tragically succumbed to her injuries approximately three hours later, according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s office.
Details surrounding the cause and manner of Rose Marie’s death have not been disclosed at this time, leaving loved ones and community members grieving and seeking answers. In addition to Rose Marie, two other individuals were injured in the crash, with one requiring transportation to a Pittsburgh hospital for further treatment.
The aftermath of the collision prompted a two-hour closure of Route 136 as law enforcement officials meticulously conducted their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. Despite efforts to gather information, South Strabane police have yet to provide details regarding the crash.
In the face of adversity, neighboring fire departments from North Strabane and Washington swiftly responded to assist South Strabane firefighters at the scene, highlighting the importance of unity and collaboration during times of crisis.
As the community mourns the loss of Rose Marie Gillespie and extends heartfelt condolences to her family and friends, there is a collective call for greater road safety awareness and vigilance. Together, let us honor Rose Marie’s memory by advocating for safer roadways and ensuring that tragedies like this are prevented in the future.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gillespie family and all those affected by this heartbreaking incident. May Rose Marie’s soul rest in eternal peace, and may her memory serve as a beacon of light in the midst of darkness.