Fairview Township, PA —A tragic crash on Thursday afternoon has left the Fairview community in mourning after 76-year-old Christine Hurt lost her life in a single-vehicle accident.

The incident occurred just before 4 p.m. in the 6000 block of West Lake Road, near the intersection with Hardscrabble Boulevard. According to Pennsylvania State Police, Hurt’s vehicle veered off the road, striking a guardrail and then a tree. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but Christine Hurt was pronounced dead at the scene.

Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook confirmed the victim’s identity late Thursday evening. An official cause of death has not yet been released, and investigators are still working to determine what led to the crash.

Christine Hurt was a longtime resident of Fairview and known among neighbors for her gentle nature and warm presence. Friends and community members have expressed deep sorrow over her passing.

“This is such a heartbreaking loss,” said one neighbor who wished to remain anonymous. “She was a kind soul — always waving hello, always with a smile.”

The crash remains under active investigation by the Pennsylvania State Police, who are asking anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

As the community begins to process this sudden loss, thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Christine Hurt. A life lived quietly and kindly has ended far too soon.