Charges filed after Adams County woman killed in crosswalk

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A 44-year-old woman was killed in Littlestown, Pennsylvania after being struck and run over by a truck while crossing an intersection in a crosswalk. The driver, Jose Reyes Lopez, 39, of Maryland, has been charged with recklessly endangering another person and other offenses. Reyes Lopez, an undocumented immigrant, said he did not see the woman before the crash.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the importance of driver awareness and yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks, especially in areas with high foot traffic. It also raises questions about road safety and the challenges faced by undocumented immigrants when involved in accidents.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, Rebecca Funt, 44, of Littlestown, was crossing the intersection of North Queen and East King streets in a crosswalk with the 'WALK' signal active when she was struck from behind by Reyes Lopez's truck. Funt fell forward and was then run over by the truck's rear wheels. First responders performed CPR but Funt died from her injuries at the hospital.

• The incident occurred just before 9 a.m. on February 4, 2026.
• Reyes Lopez was arraigned by Magisterial District Judge Christopher Snyder on February 18, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

A preliminary hearing for Reyes Lopez is scheduled for February 18, 2026.