A tragic motorcycle crash in Huntingdon Borough has claimed the life of a young woman days after the violent impact left her critically injured.
Cambria County Coroner Jeff Lees confirmed that Abigail Henney, 23, of Huntingdon, died Monday afternoon while receiving treatment in the Intensive Care Unit at Conemaugh Hospital. Officials said Henney suffered a traumatic brain injury during the crash, which occurred Saturday afternoon.
According to investigators, the collision happened at approximately 2 p.m. Saturday at the intersection of Penn Street and 7th Street in Huntingdon Borough. Authorities reported that Henney was riding as a passenger on a motorcycle when the bike, traveling at a reportedly high rate of speed, slammed into the side of a BMW.
The force of the crash reportedly caused Henney to be ejected from the motorcycle, leaving her with severe injuries. Emergency crews responded to the scene and both Henney and the motorcycle operator were transported by medical helicopter to Conemaugh Hospital for emergency care.
Despite medical efforts, Henney succumbed to her injuries two days later.
Officials also confirmed that the motorcycle operator remains hospitalized and is still being treated in the ICU. No additional details have been released regarding the driver of the BMW or whether any charges are expected at this time.
Emergency officials noted that Henney was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, but the severity of the impact still resulted in fatal injuries.
The crash remains under investigation as authorities continue working to determine the full circumstances leading up to the collision.
Henney’s death has left the Huntingdon community heartbroken, as loved ones now mourn a life lost far too soon.
