Results of the trial for the 2011 hit-and-run accident that resulted in the death of a local woman.
Patricia Maurer, 75 of New Hanover, who was accused of a hit-and-run in April 2011 that resulted in the death of a 26-year-old pedestrian woman, was convicted of a felony charge of accidents involving death or personal injury on Friday, according to Carl Hessler Jr, of The Pottstown Mercury. Authorities originally looked for the driver of the fatal hit-and-run, who had fled the scene on April 27, 2011. Through her attorney, Maurer later admitted to driving the 2003 Toyota Camry that struck and killed Kristy Bender, as she walked home from her job at the Kohl's. According to Hessler, the charge she received can carry a sentence between one to seven years in prison. For the full story, click here. Related Stories Authorities seek driver in …
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Accused fatal hit-and-run driver, 75, hears witnesses testify
The following comes from Carl Hessler Jr., of The Pottstown Mercury: COURTHOUSE — During dramatic and emotional testimony, eyewitnesses to a fatal crash involving a pedestrian called the tragic event “surreal” and shocking as the alleged hit-and-run driver’s trial got under way. “I started saying, ‘Oh my God, Oh my God’ and then she hit her. She somersaulted into the air … and landed on the ground. The car hit her. It all happened rather quickly,” James Harrison of Royersford testified Tuesday in Montgomery County Court, recalling for a jury the 1:34 p.m. April 27, 2011, crash that claimed the life of 26-year-old Kristy L. Bender who was walking along the 1200 block of South Township Line Road in Upper Providence on her way from work to …
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A 75-year-old woman has opted for a jury trial for a hit-and-run that resulted in the death of a 26-year-old girl
The following comes from Carl Hessler Jr. of The Pottstown Mercury: NORRISTOWN — A 75-year-old New Hanover woman has placed her fate in the hands of a jury on charges she was the driver responsible for a hit-and-run crash that claimed the life of a female pedestrian on an Upper Providence roadway. Patricia Maurer, of the 2800 block of New Hanover Square Road, has agreed to a jury trial that will begin Tuesday in Montgomery County Court before Judge Joseph A. Smyth. Assistant District Attorney John Walko and defense lawyer Joseph P. Green Jr. on Monday completed the selection of a panel of 12 jurors and two alternate jurors, who will begin hearing testimony Tuesday. Walko and Green are slated to give their opening statements to the jury in …
Royersford Police released vital information on Tuesday night.
Toxicology test results came back to the Royersford Police Department early this week in connection with the vehicle accident that resulted in the death of a man on Feb. 7 on Main Street in Royersford. Royersford officer Tom Godin revealed that Kimberly Villanova of Schwenksville was not operating her 1996 Jeep Cherokee while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or prescription medication when she hit Samuel Murdock, 72, of Spring City, while he crossed the street. Murdock died from massive head trauma soon after. Godin further noted Villanova will not face any charges in the accident. On the night of the accident, Royersford Police Chief Kevin Schurr confirmed Villanova was not speeding. For the original report, click here. For further …
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6:45 pm on Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Maybe if the pavement at Rite Aid wasn't completely torn up people wouldn't feel they would have to cross before that mess at the corner. Speed limits are set for a reason. Lenient or not, if you plan on doing 10 over you should be extra attentive in a residential area. more ›
A look back at the week that was in Limerick, Royersford and Spring City.
It was a busy week for news in this first full week of February. However, it was not a pleasant one. On Monday, we saw a vehicle accident that blocked up Lewis Road by the 422 ramps, but that didn't compare to the events of the following day. Royersford saw the tragic and sad death of a Spring City resident, who was walking home with his cat from the Veterinarian. There was also an assault that day, that occured at 7-11. In other news, Limerick Township received a $150,000 donation from Exelon and awarded a $2.3 million contract for improvements to be done on Lewis Road. Did you miss something this week? Here are our top 12 stories:
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Tim Andrews
2:05 pm on Friday, June 8, 2012
I wonder if she would have stopped if it were her kids or grandkids who she ran over and left to die. more ›