Woman Dead After Street Road Crash [Updated]
An elderly Warminster woman is dead after a truck vs. car accident on Street Road in Upper Southampton.
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A fatal accident, between a large box truck and a Toyota Prius forced authorities to close Street Road, between Second Street Pike and Maple Avenue, Tuesday afternoon.
The victim has been identified as Linda Renick, 71, of Overlook Lane in Warminster.
The head-on collision, which happened at around 12:45 p.m., left Renick needing rescue from firefighters. Crews were forced to use several specialized pieces of rescue equipment in order to extricate the Warminster woman. It took first responders about 30 minutes to free Renick, who was then rushed to Abington Memorial Hospital, where she later died.
Accident witness, Amine Toubal, of Philadelphia, told Patch he saw the Prius drift from the eastbound lanes of Street Road into the westbound lane, directly in front of the box truck. The Prius appeared to be driving slower than surrounding traffic just seconds before it went in front of the truck, he said. Upper Southampton Police Chief Ron MacPherson said the accident investigation confirmed Toubal’s story.
After impact, the box truck, which has just delivered milk to Bunn’s Natural Foods, swerved into the driveway of the First Children’s Academy and stopped just feet away from classrooms, authorities confirmed. The driver of the truck, a resident of Chambersburg, avoided serious injury police said.
Crews from PennDOT and Harkins Auto Body cleared debris and diesel fuel from the roadway, and by 4:45 p.m. Street Road was reopened to traffic.
Police from Northampton assisted Upper Southampton officers with the investigation, which included digitally mapping the wreck, Lt. Frank Groome said.
Firefighters and fire police from Upper Southampton, Warminster, and Northampton were dispatched to the scene.
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Mike
4:13 pm on Tuesday, November 1, 2011
My prayers for all involved in and from this accident.
J
7:59 pm on Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Such a said story.
amine toubal
11:14 pm on Tuesday, November 1, 2011
that very sad that women died if was no that truck it will be me hitting that pruis
by the way name is toubal not toubla
Tom Sofield
12:17 am on Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Sorry about the misspelling Mr. Toubal! Very nice to meet you today and thank you for sharing your story with Patch.
susan
10:06 am on Wednesday, November 2, 2011
So sad....this was my moms dear friend Linda...prayers are with the family...
Neil
1:45 pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2011
It was our company's truck that was involved in the accident. Our driver had just made a raw milk delivery to Bunn's Natural Foods. We as a team at The Family Cow share our condolences with the victim's family as well. Regards, All of us at The Family Cow www.yourfamilycow.com
Lynwood
2:12 pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2011
I was the driver of the truck. I wish to extend my sympathy to the family and friends of Linda. Also, special thanks to those who took the time to stop and talk. Thank you Mr. Toubal and the others who offered eye witness accounts.
Tom
10:43 am on Thursday, November 3, 2011
Lynwood, I'm sure you were shaken up by this. But if there is anything to be greatful for its that you were able to get the truck stopped before it went into the day care! God bless
Phillip Renick
10:58 pm on Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Linda is my dear mother. My father, sister, aunts, uncles and many others wish to thank you all for your thoughts and prayers. We miss her dearly, and have had our hearts ripped apart. We also hope that Mr. Lynwood is safe from harm and understand that the accident is in no way his fault, as we suspect that she had a heart attack and lost consciousness before the accident. Her funeral will be this Friday. Sincerely, Phillip Renick
Colleen Maher
12:49 pm on Thursday, November 3, 2011
Dear Phillip and the Renick Family,
First, Please accept our deepest sympathy in the sudden loss of your Mother!
I was in route to Ann's Choice Way from NJ to pay a visit to my Mother-In-Law when I witnessed your Mother's tragic accident.
A gentleman and I both stopped in the median of the road to assess your Mom's condition. At that time, your Mom had a pulse but was unresponsive.
The gentleman called 911, while I tried to stop the flow of traffic.
I stayed until the police and ambulances arrived.
Thank you Phillip for allowing me to comment on this post because I have been thinking of this situation and in some small way you have given me a form of resolve.
My Mother -In -Law and I prayed for your Mom that day and we continue to pray for not only her but for your family.
Will your family be holding a viewing?
I would like to pay my respect.
My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Sincerely, Colleen M.
Tom Sofield
5:29 pm on Thursday, November 3, 2011
According to Mrs. Renicks obit: Service will be held at Goldstein's Rosenberg's Raphael-Sacks, 310 Second St. Pike, Upper Southampton, tomorrow beginning at 10 a.m.
Mike
6:02 pm on Thursday, November 3, 2011
Through all this tragedy, it's nice to see everyone come together and offer support and air our emotions. Most people in this country ARE kind, good, and respectful.
As we see once again how fragile and fleeting life can be, perhaps we should take a moment to tell our loved one just how much they mean to us and give our children a hug.
amine toubal
5:08 pm on Monday, November 14, 2011
to Mr Lynwood,you're welcome ,I felt so responsible at what I witnessed if anything goes against you or feeling guilty.
to Mr Phillip Renick,thanks for clearing this up,I said she maybe slept or turned around for her to go head on with the truck ,my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
to Mr Colleen maher thanks for assisting L.Renick for the 1st minutes you show a very humanitarian act
Colleen Maher
3:30 pm on Saturday, March 3, 2012
Dear Phillip and the Renick family, I just wanted you to know that I think of you and your Mum every week when I visit my Mother-In-Law who resides at Ann's Choice Way. Each time I pass the scene of your Mum's accident, I turn off my radio, reflect and say a little prayer. March 1st was the 4th month anniversary of Linda's passing. Please know that she will always be in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to all of you as you heal from this tragedy.and loss. Sincerely, Colleen