PITTSBURGH, PA — A woman was taken to the hospital Tuesday morning after a garbage truck veered off the road and crashed into her home in Shaler Township, according to local reports.
Crash Details and Location
The incident occurred at around 9:20 a.m. on West Sutter Road. Authorities say the garbage truck left the roadway, plowed through an above-ground pool in the backyard, and then slammed into the side of the house. The impact caused significant structural damage to the property.
Victim and Injury Report
Shaler Township Police Chief Tom Frank confirmed that a woman was inside the home at the time of the crash. Her son later shared that she had been working in her office—the same room that was struck by the truck. She was transported to a nearby hospital with a concussion. No additional updates on her condition have been made public.
Investigation and Contributing Factors
Officials have not yet determined what caused the garbage truck to veer off the road. Investigators are reviewing possible factors such as driver error, vehicle malfunction, or roadway conditions. Cleanup and recovery crews remained on scene for several hours following the incident.
Legal Options After Commercial Vehicle Crashes
When commercial or municipal vehicles like garbage trucks are involved in crashes, victims may have the right to pursue compensation for medical costs, property damage, and other losses. Determining liability can be complex and may involve multiple parties, including the driver, the company, and maintenance contractors.
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