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A major multi-vehicle collision along West Chester Pike in Haverford Township resulted in the death of 57-year-old Havertown resident John Ryan

HAVERTOWN, Pa. — A major multi-vehicle collision along West Chester Pike in Haverford Township resulted in the death of 57-year-old Havertown resident John Ryan and sent eight other individuals to local medical centers.Incident Overview and Impact SequenceThe crash occurred on the afternoon of Saturday, October 3, 2026, at approximately 12:15 p.m. Investigators reported that Ryan was operating a pickup truck traveling westbound along West Chester Pike near Darby Road when the vehicle began moving erratically. Collision Path:

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A major multi-vehicle collision along West Chester Pike in Haverford Township resulted in the death of 57-year-old Havertown resident John Ryan

HAVERTOWN, Pa. — A major multi-vehicle collision along West Chester Pike in Haverford Township resulted in the death of 57-year-old Havertown resident John Ryan and sent eight other individuals to local medical centers.

Incident Overview and Impact SequenceThe crash occurred on the afternoon of Saturday, October 3, 2026, at approximately 12:15 p.m. Investigators reported that Ryan was operating a pickup truck traveling westbound along West Chester Pike near Darby Road when the vehicle began moving erratically. Collision Path:

The pickup struck 13 other vehicles along a stretch extending roughly two miles before coming to a rest near the intersection of West Chester Pike and Eagle Road. Emergency Response: Emergency responders shut down portions of the major roadway to manage the multi-vehicle scene, clear wreckage, and treat the injured.

Injuries: Eight people sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to regional hospitals for treatment. Ryan was taken for emergency care, where he was pronounced dead. Medical History and Investigative ScopeHaverford Township Police Chief John F. Viola indicated that investigators are evaluating whether a medical emergency occurred immediately prior to the pickup losing control.Police confirmed that Ryan's driver's license had previously been revoked for medical reasons. However, law enforcement officials emphasized that a final determination explaining why the pickup traveled erratically remains under review pending further accident reconstruction. Memorial StatusAs of October 5, 2026, official funeral, visitation, or memorial service details have not been finalized or publicly released by the family. Confirmed arrangements will be shared by authorized family representatives or funeral providers once available.

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