Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, October 8, 2025
News Summary
A fatal car accident on Interstate 83 in Pennsylvania resulted in the death of Marco Ambrocio Gonzalez, 33, and left two others injured. The crash occurred when Gonzalez’s vehicle left the roadway and struck a concrete barrier, causing a fire. Authorities are investigating the incident, which led to significant traffic delays due to an extended ramp closure.
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania – A tragic car accident on Interstate 83 resulted in the death of a 33-year-old man and left two others injured. The deceased has been identified as Marco Ambrocio Gonzalez of Harrisburg. The crash took place in the southbound lanes of Interstate 83 in Fairview Township, York County, at 7:44 a.m. on September 28.
During the incident, Gonzalez’s vehicle left the roadway and struck a concrete barrier head-on near Exit 40, New Cumberland. The impact caused the vehicle to slide onto the barrier, rupturing its fuel tank. Flames engulfed the vehicle almost immediately after the fuel tank was compromised. Although bystanders witnessed the crash and managed to pull the driver and passengers out of the burning vehicle, Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene. The coroner has ruled the death an accident.
The two passengers in the vehicle, both men in their 20s, sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital for treatment. Following the incident, a ramp of Interstate 83 was closed for more than eight hours, leading to significant traffic delays in the area.
In an unrelated incident on the same day at approximately 6:50 a.m., a box truck crashed into a barrier on Interstate 83 in Dauphin County, causing further traffic congestion. This incident occurred at mile marker 44 northbound near 19th Street. The situation resulted in heavy traffic buildup as emergency responders worked to remove the box truck from the barrier. It remains unclear if the box truck driver was injured or what specifically caused the crash.
Authorities are investigating both accidents, and updates may follow as more information becomes available. Drivers in the area are advised to proceed with caution and stay alert for traffic updates.
Background Information
Interstate 83 is a critical thoroughfare in Pennsylvania, connecting key cities across the region. The highway is often busy, especially during peak hours, making incidents like these particularly disruptive. The Pennsylvania State Police and emergency services are routinely involved in managing accidents and ensuring safety on this major route.
Key Details of the Accident
- Victim: Marco Ambrocio Gonzalez, 33, of Harrisburg
- Location: Southbound lanes of Interstate 83, Fairview Township, York County
- Date and Time: September 28 at 7:44 a.m.
- Cause: Vehicle left roadway, struck concrete barrier, ruptured fuel tank
- Fatalities: 1 (Gonzalez pronounced dead at the scene)
- Injuries: 2 passengers (men in their 20s) with minor injuries
- Ramp Closure: Over 8 hours following the wreck
- Traffic Delays: Significant backup reported in Dauphin County
- Unrelated Incident: Box truck crash on Interstate 83 in Dauphin County at 6:50 a.m. on the same day
FAQ
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Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Victim | Marco Ambrocio Gonzalez, 33, of Harrisburg |
| Accident Location | Southbound lanes of Interstate 83, Fairview Township, York County |
| Date and Time | September 28 at 7:44 a.m. |
| Impact | Vehicle crashed into a concrete barrier, leading to a fuel tank rupture and fire |
| Casualties | 1 deceased, 2 minor injuries |
| Traffic Impact | Ramp closed for over 8 hours; significant delays |
| Related Incident | Box truck crash on same day at 6:50 a.m. in Dauphin County |
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Additional Resources
- WGAL: Marco Ambrocio Gonzalez Dead in Fiery Crash
- Wikipedia: Interstate 83
- Local21 News: Traffic Delays on I-83 in Dauphin County
- Google Search: Fiery crash I-83
- PennLive: Box Truck Crash Delays Traffic on I-83
- Google Scholar: Traffic Accidents I-83
- Fox43: 1 Killed in Dauphin County Crash
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Vehicle Accidents
- Local21 News: Dump Truck Crash Closes US 322
- Google News: Traffic Delays Dauphin County
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