Bethlehem PA Teen Crash: Police ID Victim – NBC10
Criminal investigation Launched After Pennsylvania Crash Kills Teen
A criminal investigation is underway in Bethlehem Township, Pa., following a weekend crash that resulted in the death of a 17-year-old. The incident, which occurred on June 1 near Freedom High School and East Hills Middle School, is being investigated for potential ”reckless behavior,” according to police.
David Nagy,a junior at Freedom High School,died at the scene from blunt force trauma to the head after one of two vehicles carrying teenagers crashed into a parked car. The Northampton County Coroner confirmed the cause of death.
Bethlehem Township Police Chief Greg Gottschall stated that five teenagers, including Nagy, were involved in the incident. While he confirmed the investigation is focused on potential criminal actions, he did not provide further details.
The Bethlehem Area School District released a statement expressing sympathy and urging respect for the privacy of those affected by the tragic incident.
No charges have been filed as of yet. Investigator Gretchen Kraemer is asking anyone with details about the Pennsylvania crash and the teen fatality to contact the Northampton County 911 Operations Center at 610-759-2200 or Kraemer directly at 610-814-6473 or via email at gkraemer@bethlehemtwp.com.
What’s next
The investigation into the Bethlehem Township crash is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The focus remains on determining the extent to which “reckless behavior” contributed to the teen’s death.