TRAFFIC ALERT AS OF 8:50 A.M. ON THURSDAY, 10/3/2019

This morning, officers from the Manheim Township Police Department are on scene of two (2) separate crashes in the Township.  In both events, the wet roadways have played a factor in the crash.  Crash locations are:

- 6:42 a.m.: Pleasure Road at Deer Ford Drive = A vehicle lost control, left the roadway, went down an embankment, and struck a tree.
- 7:09 a.m.: Oregon Pike at Eden Road = A vehicle lost control, left the roadway, and struck a utility pole.

We recognize that our area has experienced a period with limited to no recent rainfall.  Drivers are reminded to slow down, pay extra attention, and refrain from using hand-held devices.  Drivers should also be using their vehicle headlights and taillights when precipitation is falling or visibility is limited.  Let's all get to work and school safely this morning!

MEDIA CONTACT: Sergeant Michael T. Piacentino, W: 717-569-6401 Ext: 1583, C: 717-340-2130, piacentinom@manheimtownshippolice.org