Reading, PA (May 13, 2025) – A two-vehicle accident with injuries was reported Tuesday afternoon at the intersection of Spruce St and Perkiomen Ave in Reading. The crash occurred around 2:54 p.m., resulting in at least one person being transported to the hospital by Medic 1 for further treatment.
Reading Police Department (RPD) arrived quickly to take control of the scene, managing traffic and assisting emergency medical personnel as they evaluated those involved. One of the vehicles sustained enough damage to require a medical response, while the second vehicle remained on site as police initiated an investigation.
The Spruce St and Perkiomen Ave intersection is a busy urban corridor with residential streets meeting major throughways, contributing to a higher risk of collisions during afternoon travel hours. The roadway remained partially restricted briefly as crews worked to clear the wreckage and document the incident.
No further updates have been released regarding the condition of the injured individual or the cause of the crash, but the assignment has since been cleared by responding units.
We extend our well wishes to the individual who was transported and hope for a smooth and full recovery.
Risks of Two-Vehicle Collisions in Reading
Urban intersections like Spruce St and Perkiomen Ave often see heavy volumes of both pedestrian and vehicle traffic, especially during school dismissal and mid-afternoon commutes. Crashes at these locations typically result from turning errors, failure to yield, or distractions behind the wheel—any of which can quickly lead to injury.
In Tuesday’s case, the involvement of Medic 1 and Reading Police highlights both the medical urgency and the logistical challenges that often follow inner-city crashes. When one or more parties must be transported for treatment, it signals that the collision involved significant force, even if the scene appears moderate from the outside.
Perkiomen Ave serves as a vital corridor through Reading, which means any crash there has ripple effects on traffic flow, public safety, and emergency resource allocation. With limited space to redirect vehicles in dense neighborhoods, even short-duration accidents can lead to backups and confusion for local drivers.
The Reading Police Department continues to monitor safety trends at key intersections and encourages drivers to stay alert, avoid distractions, and obey posted signs and signals at all times—particularly in zones where multiple road types converge.
If you or someone you know was injured in a crash like this, taking the right steps early can make a major difference in your recovery and long-term well-being.
At Local Accident Reports, we work to ensure injury victims have access to the resources and support they need—from trusted medical contacts to guidance on legal next steps. Don’t hesitate to contact us for help navigating the aftermath of a crash.
