Tower Sought After Fatal Load Shift in Philadelphia

Police in Philadelphia are searching for a tow truck driver after a vehicle became detached from a flatbed and fatally struck a motorcyclist in the city’s Frankford neighborhood Saturday afternoon.

The incident occurred at the intersection of Frankford and Torresdale avenues shortly before 4:30 p.m. Authorities say a silver 2005 Dodge Magnum being transported on a Ford F-250 flatbed came loose and rolled into traffic, striking a motorcycle.

The rider, identified as Jason Harvey, 39, of Southampton, Pennsylvania, was transported to a nearby hospital where he later died from his injuries.

Police say the tow truck left the scene following the crash in what investigators consider a hit-and-run. The truck has since been recovered and the towing company involved has been identified, but authorities have not publicly released the company’s name. The driver remains at large.

Investigators are reviewing surveillance video and working to determine how the vehicle became detached during transport.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Philadelphia Police. Source: https://www.nbcphiladelphia.comhttps://www.inquirer.comhttps://www.fox29.com