Crash involving multiple vehicles leaves 1 dead in Bensalem

BENSALEM TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- At least one person is dead after a multi-vehicle crash on Tuesday afternoon in Bensalem Township.

The crash happened around 4:48 p.m. at the intersection of Bristol Road and Chestnut Avenue.

Authorities said the driver of a Toyota RAV4 was found dead at the scene and has not yet been identified.

According to investigators, the crash followed a domestic-related incident in Lower Southampton Township. Police said the driver fled that scene at a high rate of speed along Bristol Road.

Officials say the driver crossed into oncoming traffic while attempting to pass another vehicle and collided with a Hyundai Kona.

Police said the Toyota RAV4 then became airborne before striking a Honda SUV and a Ford pickup truck.

It was not immediately clear whether anyone else involved in the crash was injured.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is urged to contact Bensalem Township Police at 215-633-3719.