SINKING SPRING, PA — A tractor-trailer caused significant damage and a dangerous gas leak after striking a local business in Sinking Spring before leaving the scene without reporting the incident, according to the South Heidelberg Township Police Department.
On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at approximately 2:23 p.m., a white tractor-trailer marked with “Ryder” attempted to turn around in the parking lot of Hollywood Cleaners, located at 4700 Penn Avenue. While maneuvering behind the building, the truck reportedly struck a gas meter, several protective poles, and the rear corner of the structure.
After the impact, the truck departed the property without notifying the business. The collision resulted in a broken gas line at the meter, which caused a gas leak that went unnoticed for nearly two hours, posing a significant hazard to the area.
Despite efforts to review surveillance footage from surrounding businesses, investigators were unable to obtain license plate information for the truck.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information regarding the truck’s movements to contact Officer Baxter at bbaxter@sheidpd.org or call the South Heidelberg Township Police Department at 610-670-9885, referencing case number 45-25-02639.
Investigators are particularly interested in footage or observations of the truck traveling westbound on Penn Avenue through Sinking Spring between 2:00 p.m. and 2:23 p.m., or eastbound between 2:23 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
It is important to note that any individual associated with this incident is considered innocent of any potential charges until proven guilty in a court of law.
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