Chamblee, GA (February 10, 2023) – A pedestrian was killed in a fatal collision that took place at a Chamblee intersection on Thursday night, February 9. According to Chamblee Police Department officials, the accident happened around 7:30 p.m. at the intersection of Chamblee Tucker Road and Peachtree Road. Police confirmed that a pedestrian was walking across the road at the intersection when they were suddenly struck by a passenger vehicle.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene to cooperate with the police. Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has not yet been formally identified, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. It was reported that nobody else was hurt as a result of the collision.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time following the crash. This led to extensive delays until police were able to fully clear the scene.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues at this time.
We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken prematurely in this fatal accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia
Intersections are a common area for pedestrian accidents to take place. This is due to the fact that, as pedestrians cross intersection roads, drivers do not always see them until it is too late. Pedestrians are incredibly vulnerable parties who are typically injured or killed in the event of a pedestrian accident.
In 2021, it was reported that 348 pedestrians lost their lives in fatal accidents in Georgia, and many others sustained serious injuries. If you have lost someone you love in a fatal Georgia pedestrian accident, you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible. Georgia is known for being one of the most dangerous states for pedestrians, who sustain severe injuries and lose their lives in accidents every year.
After a pedestrian accident that has taken a loved one from you prematurely, you may wonder how you are going to afford to pay the bills that keep piling up against you. This is not always easy to deal with as you are grieving your losses. You may have a variety of questions after a fatal pedestrian accident, which is why you and your family should speak with a Chamblee wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here to help you move forward after a fatal pedestrian accident. The loss of a loved one can be heartbreaking for you and your family. There are several parties in a family who can bring a wrongful death claim, which include the following:
- Spouse of the deceased
- Children of the deceased
- Parents of the deceased
If you have lost someone you love in a fatal pedestrian crash, you should always know that you have options. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Chamblee at (888) 688-1924 to find out what we can do to help you through these difficult times.
Note: Our writers used secondary sources when creating this accident news post. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident; therefore, if there is any information that is incorrect, contact Monge & Associates immediately. We will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available. We will remove a post if requested.
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