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POTTSTOWN, Montgomery County, Pa., Oct. 28, 2026 — Two people were taken to a hospital after a crash involving a motorcycle, a van and a car on Monday night, October 26, on northbound Route 100 at Shoemaker Road in Pottstown, PA.
The crash happened just before 10 p.m. Dispatchers reported a motorcycle was involved, and video from the scene showed a van and a car with visible damage as well.
The extent of the injuries to the two people hospitalized has not been released. It is not yet known how many vehicles were directly involved in the initial impact or whether all three sustained damage in the same sequence of events. What caused the crash has not been disclosed. The incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Safety in Pennsylvania
The motorcycle crash was reported at Route 100 and Shoemaker Road in Pottstown. Readers following crash news in Montgomery County can find more about intersections across the state on our guide to Pennsylvania intersections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What gear helps protect a motorcycle rider in a crash?
A DOT-approved helmet, a riding jacket and pants built for abrasion resistance, gloves, and over-the-ankle boots all reduce the severity of injury in a fall or collision. Reflective or high-visibility gear can also help other drivers spot a rider sooner.
What usually causes motorcycle crashes like this one?
Common factors include a driver failing to see the motorcycle, sudden lane changes, left turns made in front of an oncoming rider, and speed that leaves too little time to react. Investigators have not said what led to this particular crash.
Why do motorcycle crashes tend to cause more serious injuries than car crashes?
A rider has no frame, airbags, or seatbelt absorbing the impact, so a collision or fall can throw them directly onto the pavement or into another vehicle. Even a low-speed hit can cause broken bones or head injuries that a car occupant might walk away from.
How do left-turning vehicles end up colliding with motorcycles?
A driver turning left across traffic may misjudge a motorcycle's speed or distance, or not see it at all because it presents a smaller profile than a car. That is one of the most common ways intersection crashes between a car and a motorcycle happen.
What to Do After a Motorcycle Crash in Pottstown, PA
Anyone involved in a motorcycle crash should get checked by a medical provider even if they feel fine at the scene, since injuries like concussions or internal bruising are not always obvious right away. Call police to the scene so an official report is filed, and take photos of the vehicles, the road, and any visible injuries if it's safe to do so. Get contact and insurance information from everyone involved, and write down what you remember while it's fresh, including road conditions and traffic signals. Follow up with your own doctor in the days afterward, and keep records of any treatment or missed work tied to the crash.
