Bethlehem Township, PA (May 7, 2026) – One person was killed, and two others were injured following a wrong-way crash on U.S. Route 22 in Bethlehem Township.
According to the Pennsylvania State Police, troopers responded around 10:41 a.m. to U.S. Route 22 eastbound near the State Route 33 interchange after receiving reports of a multi-vehicle collision.
Investigators determined that a pickup truck exited the ramp from U.S. Route 22 eastbound to State Route 33 northbound while traveling in the wrong direction. The vehicle then became involved in a crash involving two additional cars, including another pickup truck and a passenger.
Authorities confirmed that one driver died as a result of the collision. Two other people were transported to local hospitals for treatment of injuries.
The crash prompted the closure of portions of U.S. Route 22 for several hours while emergency crews responded and investigators processed the scene.
The incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those affected by this tragic crash.
Wrong-Way Crash Dangers
Wrong-way crashes are among the most dangerous types of roadway collisions because they often occur at high speeds and result in head-on or near head-on impacts. These crashes frequently lead to severe or fatal injuries due to the force involved.
Transportation officials continue to emphasize the importance of roadway awareness, proper signage, and impaired driving prevention as part of ongoing efforts to reduce wrong-way incidents on highways and interstate ramps.
