Plymouth, PA (February 26, 2026) – A 45-year-old man from Berwick lost his life on Thursday morning, February 26, after a two-vehicle collision on Route 11 in Plymouth Township, Luzerne County.
The crash occurred around 9:31 a.m. along South Canal St. Investigators said a 2013 Toyota Corolla was traveling north when it crossed over the double yellow lines and entered the southbound lane.
The Corolla collided with a Kenworth commercial truck traveling in the opposite direction. The impact caused heavy front-end damage to the car, and debris was scattered across the roadway. Tire marks and gouges were also visible on the pavement, and the Toyota came to rest in the right northbound lane.
The Toyota’s driver, identified as Jack D. Unger, suffered multiple traumatic injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials said he was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.
The truck driver, 54-year-old Bradley G. Dzoch of Shickshinny, was wearing a seat belt and suffered suspected minor injuries. He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as they become available. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Why Head-on Collisions on Two-Lane Roads Are So Severe
Head-on crashes on two-lane roads often result in serious harm because traffic moves in opposite directions with little space between lanes. When one vehicle crosses into oncoming traffic, the closing speed between both vehicles greatly increases the force of impact.
Road markings such as double yellow lines are designed to clearly divide traffic and signal no passing zones. If a driver drifts across those markings, even briefly, the margin for correction is small and other drivers may not have enough time to avoid a collision.
Vehicle safety features, including seat belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injury. Wearing a seat belt helps keep a person secured inside the vehicle and lowers the chance of striking hard interior surfaces during a crash.
