Chamblee, GA (March 14, 2023) – At 4:30 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, March 14, a truck crash took the life of one person in Chamblee.
According to Chamblee Police, the accident happened at the intersection of Shallowford Road and Dresden Drive near the area of Dresden Elementary School. Police confirmed that a truck, a minivan, and a passenger vehicle collided with each other in the area. One of the vehicles allegedly attempted to make a turn and crossed into another lane of traffic, leading to the multi-vehicle collision. The involved vehicles were badly damaged, and debris was left scattered all over the road in the area.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. One person, who has not yet been formally identified, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Three others sustained injuries as a result of the collision.
A large portion of the road was blocked in the area for an extended period of time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision continues.
Our condolences go out to the party whose life was lost as a result of this accident. We hope that the injured victims also receive a full recovery from their injuries.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Because trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads in Georgia, they are capable of causing some of the most extensive harm in the event of an accident. Many catastrophic accidents happen every year due to these horrific and life-altering accidents. In just one recent year’s time in the U.S., approximately 119,000 people were injured in truck accidents due to the reckless acts of others. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal truck crash that was caused by another party, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.
The loss of a loved one in a truck accident can be an impactful and devastating time in your life. As you are grieving the immense loss of somebody closest to you, you may wonder how you are ever going to afford to pay the many bills that pile up against you. There are many parties who could be named at fault in a truck accident. These include some of the following:
- Truck drivers
- Trucking companies
- Manufacturers
- Cargo loaders
If you have lost somebody you love in a truck crash, it is crucial that you speak with our Atlanta-area truck accident lawyer that you can trust.
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here for you and your family after you have lost somebody you love in a collision. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you and your family in the midst of a fatal accident. Our attorneys will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects. Please contact a truck accident attorney at (888) 688-1924 for more information on your available options.
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