Mercer County, PA (January 16, 2026) – Ten individuals were injured on Wednesday evening in a serious collision involving a car and a horse-drawn buggy on U.S. Route 19 near Fairview Road in Fairview Township.
The accident occurred around 5:30 p.m., prompting a multi-agency emergency response. Among those injured was a baby who became trapped beneath the buggy during the impact. The infant was transported with serious injuries to a hospital in the Pittsburgh area for advanced care.
All ten victims were taken to four different medical facilities for treatment. The extent of the injuries to the remaining individuals has not been fully released, but the scope of the response and hospital distribution suggests a significant and complex incident.
Route 19 was temporarily closed while crews worked to care for the injured, clear debris, and assist law enforcement with the investigation. Pennsylvania State Police are leading the inquiry into the cause of the crash and have not yet provided details on how the collision occurred or whether any charges are expected.
We send our heartfelt thoughts to all those injured in this devastating accident, especially the young child, and wish each of them a full and speedy recovery.
