Blakeslee, PA (May 14, 2026) – A two-vehicle collision with reported injuries took place Wednesday afternoon, May 13, at the intersection of Stonecrest Rd and Rte 115 in Blakeslee, Tunkhannock Township. Dispatch records show emergency units were called to the roadway at around 4:56 p.m.
Crews arrived over the following minutes, with fire personnel reaching the intersection shortly after 5:00 p.m. EMS later cleared the call at approximately 5:39 p.m. after two people declined further medical treatment at the site. No names or additional details about those involved were included in the initial report.
The cause of the crash has not yet been determined as the review continues. We are thinking of everyone affected and hope those involved remain safe.
Why Patient Refusals Sometimes Happen After Traffic Crashes
After a roadway crash, some people choose not to receive further medical treatment even when EMS evaluates them at the site. This can happen for several reasons. A person may feel only minor pain at first, or adrenaline may temporarily mask symptoms that develop later. In other cases, those involved may decide to seek care privately after leaving the roadway.
Medical crews generally assess visible injuries, ask questions about pain or dizziness, and monitor for signs of trauma before a refusal is accepted. Even low-speed collisions can lead to delayed soreness, headaches, or neck pain hours later. Because symptoms may not appear immediately, many people continue monitoring their health after leaving the roadway and seek additional evaluation if discomfort increases over time.
