Two people killed in crash on Route 222 in East Cocalico Township
Two people were killed in a crash on Route 222 in Lancaster County on Tuesday afternoon.
The crash happened in the southbound lanes of Route 222 in East Cocalico Township.
Police said a Hyundai sedan hit the back of a box truck. Two passengers were thrown from the sedan. One died at the scene. The other was taken to Lancaster General Hospital but died from her injuries.
A third person was also taken to the hospital for treatment.
The truck driver was not hurt.
Video below: Photos from the crash scene.
Southbound Route 222 was shut down for hours but has since reopened.
Police have not yet released the names of anyone involved.
Police ask for tips
The crash is under investigation, and police are asking for any witnesses to contact Cpl. Steve Walsh of the East Cocalico Township Police Department at 717-336-1725.
