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Sellersville Today
By the People, for the People
81-Year-Old Woman Killed in Pedestrian Accident in Bucks Co.
The woman was struck and killed while crossing the street in Sellersville Borough.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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An 81-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car while crossing the street in Sellersville, Pennsylvania on Thursday morning. The woman was transported to the hospital but died from her injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing police investigation.
Why it matters
Pedestrian accidents involving elderly individuals are a serious public safety concern, as older adults are more vulnerable and at higher risk of severe injury or death when struck by a vehicle. This incident highlights the need for improved pedestrian infrastructure, driver awareness, and traffic safety measures in the Sellersville community.
The details
According to the Perkasie Borough Police, the 81-year-old woman was attempting to cross Park Avenue just west of Hughes Avenue around 6:30 a.m. when an eastbound car struck her. The woman was transported to St. Luke's Grandview Hospital by ChalBrit EMS, where she later died from her injuries. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Preliminary findings suggest that excessive speed was not a contributing factor in the crash.
- The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
The players
Perkasie Borough Police
The local law enforcement agency investigating the pedestrian accident.
What’s next
The Perkasie Borough Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident and is asking anyone who may have witnessed the accident to come forward and contact them.
The takeaway
This tragic accident underscores the need for increased safety measures and driver awareness to protect vulnerable pedestrians, especially the elderly, in Sellersville and other communities. Local officials should consider implementing traffic calming solutions, enhanced crosswalks, and public education campaigns to prevent similar incidents in the future.
