PITTSBURGH — A young man was killed and three others were injured in a rollover crash in Pittsburgh’s Point Breeze neighborhood.
Just before 1 a.m. Thursday, police, fire and EMS were all dispatched to Beechwood Boulevard between Beechwood Lane and Gettysburg Street for a single vehicle rollover crash.
The three survivors of the crash were able to get out of the car after it flipped upside down on the road after hitting a pole. The driver and one passenger were taken to the hospital in stable condition. The other passenger was taken in critical condition.
On Thursday afternoon, the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as Jakob James Sirlin, 18, of Squirrel Hill.
Sirlin graduated from Pittsburgh Allderdice High School just a few months ago. Pittsburgh Public Schools released the following statement Thursday afternoon:
“It is with deep sadness that we confirm the tragic passing of Jakob Sirlin, a member of the Pittsburgh Allderdice Class of 2025. Jakob lost his life in a devastating accident earlier today.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to Jakob’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. His loss will be deeply felt within the Allderdice community and beyond.
Our thoughts are also with the other young individuals involved in this tragedy, and we wish them strength and healing during this difficult time."
Police say their investigation points to speed as a factor in this crash. That information did not surprise neighbors who say the stretch along Beechwood Boulevard in between Reynolds and Hastings Street can be dangerous because of speeding.
Channel 11’s Rich Pierce is learning more about Sirlin. Tune in to Channel 11 News at 5 p.m. for what we know so far.
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