Washington Township, PA (August 5, 2025) – A devastating collision on Route 66 claimed the lives of two women Saturday afternoon in Washington Township.

According to reports, the crash occurred around 1 p.m. on August 2, when a northbound SUV driven by Janice Ciorra, 67, of Washington Township crossed into the southbound lane near Paradise Drive. Her vehicle collided nearly head-on with another SUV operated by 63-year-old Cynthia Ament of Elizabeth.

Ament was pronounced dead at the scene. Ciorra was airlifted to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, where she later succumbed to her injuries. No passengers were present in either vehicle, and witnesses reportedly saw the crash unfold.

Route 66 remained closed between Paradise Drive and Turack Road until about 5:15 p.m. as authorities conducted their investigation.

Washington Township Police, assisted by Pennsylvania State Police, continue to investigate the cause of the deadly crash.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

This article is based on preliminary statements released by local officials and may be updated as new information becomes available.

• Authorities have not yet made public the official findings or final reports related to the crash.
• The names of the victims were released after confirmation, but full toxicology results and investigative conclusions are still pending.
• For those affected by travel delays in the area, check with local traffic monitoring services or law enforcement for current road conditions.

The story above is intended for general information only and is not a substitute for professional legal or medical guidance. All facts were accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. Anyone affected by a similar event should consider consulting legal professionals. Read more in our disclaimer.