One person killed, another injured in early-morning Westmoreland County crash
One person was killed and another was injured in an early-morning crash in Westmoreland County.
The crash happened around 5:15 a.m. on Saturday along Route 66 in Washington Township, near the intersection with Mamont Drive, according to dispatchers.
Murrysville Medic One, who responded to the scene, shared aerial photos of the scene in a social media post that showed a pickup truck and car involved in the crash.
In the post, Murrysville Medic One said that one person died at the scene and another was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their condition is unknown at this time.
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the victim, the injured patient, and all those affected by this tragic event," the post read. "We also extend our gratitude to the first responders who worked tirelessly under challenging circumstances."
The Westmoreland County Coroner's Office has identified the individual who was killed as Nicholas Grzybek, of Apollo.
The coroner's office said that through their investigation, it was determined that Grzybek was driving north on Route 66 when he crossed the center line, hitting the pickup truck that was involved in the crash.
The Washington Township Police are also investigating the deadly crash and the coroner's office noted that the department will release additional details at their discretion.
