Two Dead in Horrific Lancaster County Collision; Witnesses Sought

URGENT UPDATE: Two lives were tragically lost in a head-on collision in West Lampeter Township late Friday night. The Lancaster County Coroner’s Office has identified the victims as Luke Debruin, 25, of Lancaster, and Terry Thomas, 64, of Hamburg.

At approximately 9:40 p.m. on July 14, 2023, police responded to a serious crash at the intersection of Lampeter Road and Paramount Avenue. The collision involved a Honda Civic driven by Debruin and a Nissan sedan carrying Thomas as a passenger. Both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, according to officials.

In addition to the fatalities, two other occupants in the Nissan were rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The circumstances surrounding the crash remain unclear, raising urgent questions in the community about road safety.

Authorities are calling for anyone who witnessed the incident or has information to come forward. Please contact the West Lampeter Township Police at 717-464-2421 to assist with the investigation.

This devastating accident has left the local community in shock, underscoring the fragility of life and the impact of traffic incidents. As details continue to emerge, the focus remains on providing support to the families affected by this tragedy.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.