Loganville, GA (March 16, 2023) – Three people sustained injuries in a car accident at an intersection in Loganville on the morning of Thursday, March 16.
According to Georgia State Patrol officials, the accident happened at 6:50 a.m. at the intersection of GA-81 and Guthrie Cemetery Road. Police confirmed that a blue Chevrolet Suburban was stopped at the intersection while a white Chevrolet pickup truck was headed south on GA-81 and headed toward the intersection. The driver of the Suburban started to pull through the intersection when the vehicle was struck by the pickup truck. The involved vehicles were extensively damaged as a result of the crash.
Several Loganville responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene. The two drivers of both vehicles, as well as a 14-year-old passenger in the Suburban, all sustained injuries in the accident. They were taken to Piedmont Walton Hospital for treatment of unknown injuries.
The roadway was blocked for approximately 45 minutes after the accident. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.
No further details have been released, but the investigation remains ongoing.
We would like to offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to the parties who have sustained injuries in this accident. We hope that they will fully recover as quickly as possible.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Each year, hundreds of thousands of car accidents happen in the state of Georgia, some of which lead to serious injuries. In 2020 alone, it was reported that 331,000 car accidents took place within the state, leading to injuries in over 125,000 people. These accidents happen in many places, but some of the most dangerous areas are intersections. Millions of intersection accidents happen every year in the U.S. If you have been seriously injured in an intersection accident, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.
Though many car accidents can be prevented, they continue to take place when drivers are not following the rules of the road or posted signals. Serious intersection accidents take place due to many reasons, such as the following:
- Distracted driving, such as texting and driving
- Speeding
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Fatigued driving
In the blink of an eye, your life could be turned upside-down due to a car accident. Speaking with a Loganville car accident attorney is in your best interests as you move forward.
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here for you and your family after a serious Georgia collision. Our attorneys have successfully assisted many victims of car accidents over the years and will stand by your side as you navigate the complex legal system. We know that a car accident can affect your life on physical, emotional, and financial levels. Our attorneys will stand by your side as you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects, such as medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. Please do not hesitate to contact a car accident attorney in Loganville at (888) 688-1924 to find out what options are available for you during these complex moments.
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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