Hartwell, GA – One Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Unknown Area

Last updated Wednesday, January 18th, 2023

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Hartwell, GA (January 12, 2023) – One person lost their life in a fatal pedestrian accident that took place in an unknown part of the city on Tuesday night, January 10.

According to Georgia State Patrol officials, the accident happened at an unknown time in the city of Hartwell. Police did not specify exactly where the accident took place but said that a pedestrian was walking in the area when they were struck by a passenger vehicle. It is believed that the vehicle remained at the scene.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were immediately dispatched 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. Nobody else was hurt as a result of the collision.

The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident 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 accident continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken in this accident.

Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia

Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads in Georgia. This is due to the fact that they have no protection from harm in the event of an accident. Hundreds of pedestrians lose their lives every day in Georgia. In 2021, it was reported that approximately 322 pedestrians were killed in fatal accidents due to the recklessness of others throughout the state. The truth is that most pedestrian collisions can be prevented but continue to happen due to negligent drivers who are not paying close attention to the roads around them. If you have lost someone you love in a fatal pedestrian crash and believe that another party is to blame, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.

The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be a scary thing to endure. You may be left with a wide array of questions that you can only answer with the help of an attorney. An attorney will be able to assist you if you have sustained serious injuries in your accident, which include the following:

Traumatic brain injuries
Internal organ damage
Broken bones
Paralysis

The injuries that stem from a pedestrian accident sometimes land victims in the hospital or cause them to miss out on an extended period of time at work. You have options after you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident, which is why it is crucial that you speak with a Hartwell wrongful death attorney.

Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here for you after you have lost a loved one in a pedestrian crash. We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after an accident on both emotional and financial levels. Our attorneys have years of experience handling wrongful death claims and will help you and your family when you need it the most. We will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve at this time. Please contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Hartwell at (888) 688-1924 to find out what we can do for you at this time.

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.

Disclaimer: This post is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene described in this post.

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