Avon Grove High School Car Accident West Grove, Pa. — The community is mourning after a tragic car accident involving an Avon Grove High School student in London Grove Township. The crash occurred on April 25, 2025, along Street Road near Newark Road, when a vehicle being driven at a high rate of speed lost control and struck a tree, according to Pennsylvania State Police. A teenage girl from West Grove, who attended Avon Grove High School, was killed in the crash. Her passenger, an 18-year-old from Kennett Square, was critically injured and airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Emergency responders from multiple fire and EMS units assisted at the scene, working to extricate both victims from the wreckage and provide urgent medical care. State police and forensic teams took over the investigation, which is ongoing as authorities work to determine all contributing factors.
The loss of the young Avon Grove High School student has deeply affected classmates, teachers, and community members, who remember her for her involvement in school life and her bright spirit. The district has offered support services to help students and staff cope with the tragedy as they come together in grief and remembrance.
This incident serves as a solemn reminder of the dangers of high-speed driving and the importance of safe behavior on the roads, particularly for young drivers.