The Adams County Coroner’s Office has identified Mary Neale, a 79-year-old resident of Centre Hall, Pennsylvania, as the victim in a fatal two-vehicle accident on Route 15 southbound in Cumberland Township. The crash occurred near mile marker 4.5 at around 10:35 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2024, according to Adams County Chief Deputy Coroner Scott Pennewill.
Following the collision, Neale was quickly transported to Gettysburg Hospital. Despite the emergency response, she succumbed to her injuries later that day. An autopsy conducted on Saturday, November 2, confirmed that Neale died due to multiple blunt force injuries sustained in the accident. The circumstances surrounding the incident are now under investigation as authorities seek to determine the specific cause of the fatal crash.
Neale was the driver of one of the two vehicles involved in the accident. Her husband, who was traveling with her, escaped serious injury. He was taken to York Hospital for a precautionary evaluation and was released shortly afterward. The driver of the second vehicle involved in the crash also did not suffer serious injuries, according to local authorities.
The Pennsylvania State Police and the Cumberland Township Police are jointly investigating the accident. Officials are working to reconstruct the events leading up to the collision to identify any contributing factors, such as weather, road conditions, or driver error. At this time, no further details regarding the investigation have been released, and authorities have not announced if any charges are expected to be filed.
This tragic accident has deeply affected the community in Centre Hall, where Neale was known for her kindness and dedication to her family. The news of her passing has prompted an outpouring of condolences from friends, neighbors, and local organizations, who remember Neale as a cherished member of the community.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has additional information to come forward. Witnesses are encouraged to contact the Cumberland Township Police to aid in the ongoing investigation, as officials work to provide answers to Neale’s family and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
