HARRISBURG - Two persons were killed and 196 others were injured in the 527 crashes investigated by the Pennsylvania State Police during the three-day Easter holiday driving period, Commissioner Frank Noonan said.
"The two deaths represent a decrease from the eight fatalities recorded in crashes investigated by troopers during last year's Easter holiday travel period," Noonan said. "Nonetheless, we will never rest in our efforts to reduce the numbers of crashes, injuries and fatalities on our highways."
Noonan said neither of the persons killed this year was wearing a seat belt. He also noted that 72 of the 527 crashes were alcohol-related.
The Easter driving period covered Friday, April 22, through Sunday, April 24.
