Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Huntingdon Borough: Authorities Seek Public’s Help in Finding Suspect Vehicle

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Huntingdon Borough Police are seeking the public’s help in locating the suspect vehicle involved in a hit-and-run incident that took place on Sunday morning. The accident occurred around 2:48 a.m. on the 1600 block of Penn Street, where a legally parked 2009 Pontiac was struck by an unidentified vehicle.

Authorities discovered a headlight cover at the scene, believed to belong to the suspect vehicle, which they suspect to be a full-size truck. To aid in their investigation, Huntingdon Borough Police are urging anyone with information about the accident to contact them at (814) 643-3960.

In a separate incident, Pennsylvania State Police at Bedford responded to a welfare check on a person found unconscious in a 2009 Pontiac G5 in Duiliberty Township, Bedford County. The incident took place at approximately 3:13 a.m. on December 2nd, near the intersection of Raystown Road and Brumbaugh Cemetery Road.

Upon arriving at the scene, police detected a strong smell of alcohol emanating from the vehicle and observed an open container of Coors Light in the cup holder. The driver, a 33-year-old male from Martinsburg, exhibited signs of intoxication and refused to undergo a field sobriety test. He was then transported to Nason Hospital, where he further declined to submit to a blood draw.

These incidents highlight the importance of responsible driving and prompt action in hit-and-run cases. Authorities rely on the assistance of the public to identify and locate individuals involved in such incidents, emphasizing the need for community involvement in maintaining road safety.

As the investigation continues, it is crucial for anyone with relevant information about either incident to come forward and aid the authorities in their efforts to apprehend the suspect vehicle in the hit-and-run case and determine the appropriate legal actions in the DUI incident.

For now, the Huntingdon Borough Police are urging community members to remain vigilant on the roads and report any suspicious activity or information that may be pertinent to their ongoing investigations. Together, we can create safer roads and hold accountable those who disregard the law and endanger others through reckless behavior..