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CBS News
30-07-2025
- CBS News
Limerick police cleared by Montgomery County DA in chase, crash that killed 3 teens
Limerick Township police did not break the law when responding to a call last month that ended in a fatal crash, the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office said Wednesday. The investigation of the crash that killed three teens was limited to examining whether there were any violations of the law by police, Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele said. Limerick police responded to a 911 call of a potential theft in progress at Target on Ridge Pike in Royersford on June 3. An officer saw a Toyota Camry operating without its headlights as it left the Target parking lot onto Kline Road, the DA's office said. The officer attempted a vehicle stop, activating the patrol car's emergency lights and siren, when the car made a left turn on West Ridge Pike. The DA said instead of stopping, the car sped west on Ridge Pike, starting a chase. The car came to a rest after losing control on the 300 block of West Ridge Pike, going over a grassy area for about 91 feet, hitting a utility pole, then colliding with a stone wall and going airborne, according to the DA's office. Investigators found the car traveled nearly 2 miles on West Ridge Pike in 1 minute and 33 seconds, speeding between 70 and 92 miles per hour, the DA said. The DA's office said the driver of the Camry didn't have a Pennsylvania driver's license. Investigators determined the cause of the crash was the driver's inexperience, which led to her loss of control while speeding to evade police. "There were no violations of law by the police during this incident," according to a news release. Family and friends held a balloon release for the three teens, Gabriel Cooper, 17, Nasir Youk, 17 and Siniyah Newsuan, 17, on June 6. Over 100 people attended the balloon release in Spring City, where the teens grew up. "This horrific crash seriously injuring one teenager and taking the lives of three others has left three families grieving the loss of their children. We, along with the community, share their sadness and loss," Steele said.
CBS News
07-06-2025
- CBS News
Family, friends gather for balloon release to honor teens killed in Limerick Township crash
It was an emotional day for family and friends of the three teens who were killed in a crash Wednesday following a police chase in Limerick Township. Loved ones of Gabriel Cooper, 17, Nasir Youk, 17 and Siniyah Newsuan, 17, came together for a balloon release to honor their lives two days after their deaths. "We have to hold onto those beautiful memories," said Meelin Youk, Nasir's aunt. Over 100 people were in attendance for the balloon release in Spring City, where the kids grew up. Nasir Youk and Newsuan were rising juniors at Owen J. Roberts High School. Cooper was also a former student of the district. Their teachers and classmates were also present during the balloon release. In attendance was also Nasir Youk's mother, who is heartbroken over the loss. "This is just unbelievable," Angela Andrews, Nasir Youk's mother, said. "He was a good kid. He was a good kid. He was just living a full life as a kid would. This is unfortunate. I'm upset. I am extremely upset." Siniyah Newsuan, 17, [left], Nasir Youk, 17, [middle] and Gabriel Cooper, 17 [right]. CBS News Philadelphia. A 15-year-old boy was injured as well. Surveillance video captured the moment before the crash shows a car speeding down Ridge Pike with police not far behind. According to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office, the teens were connected to a potential theft at a nearby Target. Nasir Youk's grandmother, Meejain Youk, believes her grandson should still be alive. "Why didn't you stop them at the door?" she said. "Why did you wait until they got in the car, and then the police had the license plate number. They did not have to pursue," she said. "The reason they ran is because they were afraid." Andrews said the family has yet to speak with police or the DA's office about what happened, but she hopes they can get answers soon. "The detectives or whoever was supposed to call me back never called me back," she said. CBS News Philadelphia reached out to the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office regarding the family's concerns about the police chase, but a spokesperson said the police couldn't comment because it's still an active investigation.
CBS News
04-06-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
At least 1 person dead in crash in Limerick Township, Pennsylvania, after police pursuit
At least one person died in a crash on Tuesday night after a police pursuit in Limerick Township, Pennsylvania, emergency officials said. A car involved in the accident allegedly flipped over multiple times. The crash happened on Ridge Pike near Sunset Road at around 9:15 p.m. A car involved in the accident in Limerick Township allegedly flipped over multiple times. CBS News Philadelphia Ridge Pike is shut down as police investigate the crash. This is a developing story and will be updated.
