Police investigating fatal crash in Altoona involving multiple vehicles
A fatal multi-vehicle crash took place on Plank Road near the I-99 Northbound interchange in Allegheny Township on Friday afternoon. An 85-year-old female driver from Northern Cambria tragically lost her life in the accident after driving south in the Northbound lane and colliding with oncoming traffic. The scene involved three vehicles, including two SUVs and a pickup truck, and emergency services responded promptly. Authorities are investigating the incident, which caused a significant traffic backup in the area. The Blair County Coroners' Office and state police crash reconstruction unit were involved in the investigation. Roadways were cleared around 3 p.m., but drivers were asked to avoid the affected area. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story through WTAJ News.
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