By Crash News Writer 
Falls Township, PA (November 11, 2026) – A 76-year-old pedestrian was killed Monday morning, November 9, after being struck by a heavy-duty pickup truck pulling a landscaping trailer along Bristol Pike in the Morrisville section of Falls Township. The Bucks County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as John Citeroni, a Morrisville resident.
According to Bucks County Coroner Patti Campi, the fatal accident occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. near Brown’s Trailer Park in the 1900 block of Bristol Pike.
The Falls Township Police Department determined that a 53-year-old man from Trenton, New Jersey, was operating a heavy-duty pickup truck with an attached 24-foot landscaping trailer when he began backing the vehicle and trailer along Bristol Pike.
Citeroni was struck during the incident. However, the available report does not explain his exact position relative to the truck and trailer or specify which part of the vehicle struck him.
The Bucks County Coroner’s Office confirmed that Citeroni died from multiple blunt force trauma. His manner of death was officially classified as accidental.
Authorities have not released additional information about the truck driver’s identity or explained why the vehicle was backing along the roadway. The report also did not indicate whether the driver was entering a driveway, repositioning the trailer, or performing another maneuver.
Investigators have not announced whether visibility, roadway conditions, or other factors contributed to the collision. No information about traffic citations or criminal charges was included in the available report.
The Bucks County Coroner’s Office extended condolences to Citeroni’s family and friends following the identification of the victim.
Falls Township police are seeking additional information from anyone who witnessed the collision or may have surveillance footage showing the accident.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Corporal Alexander Sansone of the Falls Township Police Department at 215-302-3334 or by email at a.sansone@fallstwppd.com.
The circumstances surrounding the fatal collision remain under investigation.
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Pedestrian accidents involving pickup trucks and attached trailers can cause fatal injuries, particularly when a driver is backing and has limited visibility around the vehicle. Larger trucks and trailers may create blind spots that make it difficult to see people walking nearby.
Under Pennsylvania car accident laws, drivers must exercise reasonable care when operating their vehicles. Pennsylvania law also restricts backing a vehicle unless the movement can be made safely and without interfering with other traffic.
When a pedestrian is struck by a backing vehicle, determining responsibility may involve examining the driver’s visibility, the vehicle’s movements, the pedestrian’s location, and whether the driver took reasonable precautions before reversing.
The presence of an attached landscaping trailer may also be relevant. Investigators may examine whether the trailer obstructed the driver’s view, whether available mirrors or cameras were used, and whether the driver had an opportunity to observe the pedestrian before the collision.
However, the fact that a pedestrian was struck does not automatically establish negligence. Investigators must consider the available evidence before determining whether the driver’s actions contributed to the fatal accident.
Pennsylvania follows a modified comparative negligence system. Generally, an injured person’s negligence does not prevent recovery when it is not greater than the combined negligence of the parties against whom recovery is sought. Any compensation awarded may be reduced according to the injured person’s percentage of fault.
When a pedestrian dies because of another party’s negligence, eligible surviving family members may have grounds to pursue a wrongful death claim. Depending on the circumstances, compensation may address qualifying funeral expenses, lost financial support, and other damages recognized under Pennsylvania law.
Pennsylvania generally provides two years to file wrongful death lawsuits, although certain exceptions may apply. Families can find additional information about accident investigations, insurance claims, and legal deadlines through our frequently asked questions in Pennsylvania.
Evidence can be especially important in accidents involving backing vehicles. Surveillance footage, witness statements, photographs of the roadway, and vehicle inspection records may help establish how the collision occurred.
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In the November 9 Falls Township collision, authorities confirmed that Citeroni died after being struck during an incident involving a backing pickup truck and landscaping trailer. However, police have not released findings establishing negligence or explaining all the circumstances leading to the collision.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This article reflects information released by the Falls Township Police Department and Bucks County Coroner’s Office concerning the November 9 fatal pedestrian accident on Bristol Pike in Morrisville.
- John Citeroni, 76, of Morrisville, was killed Monday morning, November 9, in the 1900 block of Bristol Pike near Brown’s Trailer Park in Falls Township.
- The collision occurred at approximately 7:30 a.m. and involved a heavy-duty pickup truck pulling a 24-foot landscaping trailer.
- Falls Township police determined that the truck was being operated by a 53-year-old man from Trenton, New Jersey, who had begun backing the vehicle and trailer along Bristol Pike.
- Bucks County Coroner Patti Campi confirmed that Citeroni died from multiple blunt force trauma. His death was classified as accidental.
- Authorities have not released information about possible citations or determined whether visibility, roadway conditions, or another factor contributed to the accident.
- Police are requesting information from witnesses and anyone with surveillance footage. Corporal Alexander Sansone can be reached at 215-302-3334 or a.sansone@fallstwppd.com.
This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Information reflects publicly available reports at the time of publication and may change as investigators release additional findings. Readers should consult a qualified attorney regarding their individual circumstances. The publisher assumes no responsibility for decisions made based on this information. Please review our disclaimer for further details.
If your family lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident in Bucks County or elsewhere in Pennsylvania, consider speaking with a Pennsylvania personal injury lawyer to discuss your legal rights, available insurance coverage, and whether a wrongful death claim may be appropriate.