Fox Chapel, PA — The Allegheny County Police Department’s Collision Reconstruction Unit responded to a call for assistance in Fox Chapel.
At 12:55 p.m., County 9-1-1 received a report of a vehicle over an embankment in the 1 block of Tourelle Lane. First responders discovered an adult male in critical condition at the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Detectives have begun investigating the incident.
Preliminary findings indicate the tow truck operator was attempting to secure a vehicle when it broke free. The operator tried to stop the vehicle but was dragged over the embankment with it.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the County Police Tip Line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.