Atlanta, GA (January 10, 2023) – A man was killed in a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian crash that took place on a highway in Atlanta on the night of Monday, January 9.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened around 11:30 p.m. on I-75 around the area of Central Avenue. Police confirmed that an elderly man was walking along the highway when he was suddenly struck by a driver who was traveling on the highway. The driver sped off without stopping after the accident.
Several local responders, including Atlanta paramedics and fire crews, were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The elderly man was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries.
Multiple lanes of traffic were closed down for some time following the accident. Police did not say if they caught the driver responsible for the accident.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.
We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was lost due to this accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia
Walking is a great way to get from one place to another and get exercise as well. However, there are dangers that come with walking along or on our roadways. Though drivers are supposed to pay close attention to the roads around them, they do not always do this. This means that a pedestrian’s life could be turned upside-down due to an accident in the blink of an eye. Georgia actually ranks as one of the worst states for pedestrian accidents. In 2021, in fact, over 348 people were killed in fatal pedestrian accidents in Georgia. If you have lost someone you love in one of these collisions, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney that you can rely on.
Losing a loved one is never an easy thing for a family to deal with. As you are grieving such immense losses, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the many bills that keep piling up against you. It can be stressful to deal with these losses on your own. On top of this, you may have a wide array of questions that you are unable to answer on your own. This is why it is imperative that you seek the immediate help of an Atlanta wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here for you and your family after you have lost someone you love in a fatal pedestrian crash. You and your family should be able to focus on healing during these difficult times, which is why we are here to handle the complex parts of your claim. We will assist you as you work toward compensation for some of the following aspects:
- Medical bills
- Funeral and burial costs
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
We are here for your family when you need us the most. Please contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 688-1924 to find out what we can do for you.
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