Story by Beaver County Radio News Staff. Published June 12, 2025 10:42 A.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) State Police in Beaver have released details about a crash that took place in late May in Aliquippa. The crash took place on Route 51 northbound and occurred as a result of a pursuit.

42 year old Ryan Lee was traveling at approximately 40mph on Franklin avenue in a posted 25mph zone. Police pursued the vehicle and initiated lights and sirens. The vehicle failed to yield and sped off onto 51.

The vehicle reached a top speed of approximately 120mph before crashing into the guard rail on the right side of the roadway. The initial impact was at the 12 o’clock position causing disabling damage to the vehicle.

The operator sustained possible serious injuries.