New Stanton, PA (December 29, 2025) – Traffic on the eastbound Pennsylvania Turnpike was severely disrupted on Monday, December 29, following a crash involving multiple commercial vehicles near the Allegheny Tunnel, according to Pennsylvania State Police. The incident occurred shortly before 6:00 a.m. near mile marker 129, between the Somerset and Bedford interchanges.
State police reported that the initial crash involved a commercial vehicle that rolled onto its side while traveling eastbound. The overturned vehicle blocked all eastbound lanes, prompting an emergency response and bringing traffic to a complete stop in the area.
While traffic was halted due to the overturned vehicle, a second crash occurred nearby. Troopers stated that a tractor-trailer driven by a man from California lost control as he attempted to slow down for the obstruction ahead. The tractor-trailer struck a guide rail and crashed, further blocking all eastbound lanes of the turnpike. Emergency crews responded quickly to the scene to assist the driver and manage the hazardous conditions created by the multiple incidents.
The driver involved in the second crash was transported to a nearby hospital for medical evaluation. Authorities indicated that he suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was receiving treatment.
Due to the crashes, the Pennsylvania Turnpike eastbound from New Stanton Exit 75 to Breezewood Exit 161 was temporarily closed while crews worked to clear the roadway, remove damaged vehicles, and assess the scene. Several hours later, officials announced that the affected stretch of the turnpike had reopened.
However, state police noted that the right and center lanes remained closed near mile marker 129, approximately six miles east of the Allegheny Tunnel, as cleanup and recovery efforts continued.
Pennsylvania State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding both crashes.
We extend our best wishes to the injured driver and hope for a swift and complete recovery.