Parker Man Escapes Injury in Butler County Crash

Two-vehicle collision occurred at intersection of Chicora Road and Oneida Valley Road.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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A 65-year-old Chicora man ran a red light and was struck by a 19-year-old Parker man's vehicle in the middle of the intersection, according to Pennsylvania State Police. No injuries were reported by any of the occupants, who were all wearing seatbelts.

Why it matters

Intersection crashes can be dangerous and lead to serious injuries, especially when one driver runs a red light. This incident highlights the importance of obeying traffic signals to prevent collisions and protect public safety on local roads.

The details

According to the police report, a 2022 Ford F-150 driven by Raymond H. Elliott of Chicora was attempting to turn left onto the Route 422 west ramp when he drove through a red light and was struck by a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado driven by Christian J. Emrick of Parker, who was traveling east and going straight through the intersection.

  • The crash occurred around 7:32 p.m. on February 23, 2026.

The players

Raymond H. Elliott

A 65-year-old man from Chicora, Pennsylvania who was driving a 2022 Ford F-150 and ran a red light, causing the collision.

Christian J. Emrick

A 19-year-old man from Parker, Pennsylvania who was driving a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and was struck in the intersection after the other driver ran the red light.

Addyson E. Brink

An 18-year-old passenger from East Brady, Pennsylvania who was riding in the Chevrolet Silverado driven by Christian J. Emrick.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of safe driving practices, such as obeying traffic signals, to prevent intersection collisions and protect all road users. While no one was injured, running red lights can have serious consequences and highlights the need for continued vigilance and responsible driving.