Warren, PA –Two young men were killed and a woman injured in a head-on collision Saturday, June 28th in Warren County. This tragic incident follows a recent increase in bicycle related accidents, prompting a renewed warning from Pennsylvania State Police.

The crash happened just before 5:00PM on Route 27 in Pittsfield Township on June 28th. Investigators say 24-year-old Ryan Nelson of Vandergrift was speeding eastbound when he failed to navigate a curve, crossed the center line, and struck another vehicle head-on.
 
The second car was driven by 23-year-old Tyler Bean of Titusville. His passenger, 22-year-old Lillian Bell of Polk, was airlifted to UPMC Hamot in Erie. Her condition has not been released.
 
Nelson’s vehicle caught fire following the crash. Despite efforts by first responders and bystanders to separate the cars, both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. State Police believe neither was wearing a seatbelt.
 
"We here at the Warren Station wish to extend our condolences to all of the families affected by this terrible tragedy," stated Sgt. Kyle Callahan, Pennsylvania State Police. "We would also like to those who came to the call including the good Samaritans who selflessly put themselves at risk to save a life, local firefighters from Youngsville, Wrightsville, Spring Creek, and Garland, as well as PennDOT, the Warren County Coroner's Office and Hillview Towing." 
 
As the crash investigation continues, troopers say they’re also responding to a growing number of accidents involving bicycles—both traditional and motorized.
 
“We’re seeing more bicycle-related incidents this time of year,” said Sgt. Callahan. “More people are out on the roads in good weather, and drivers may not be as alert as they need to be.”
 
Police are urging both drivers and cyclists to pay close attention and follow the rules of the road, especially heading into the busy Fourth of July holiday.
 
“With the holiday coming up, we’ll have increased patrols on the roads—looking for speeding, DUIs, distracted drivers, and people not wearing seatbelts,” Callahan said.
 
Troopers say even a brief lapse in attention can lead to devastating consequences—and ask everyone to travel with caution and care, not just over the holiday weekend, but all summer long.