Macon, GA – Marquethus Flowers Injured in Train Accident Near Lake Terrace Ct
Last updated Saturday, February 4th, 2023
Macon, GA (January 30, 2023) – Around 8 p.m. on the night of Sunday, January 29, a man was critically injured in a train crash in Macon.
According to Bibb County officials, the accident happened on the railroad tracks on Lake Terrace Court around the area of Vineville. Police confirmed that a man was driving his Nissan Rogue in the area when he started to travel over the railroad tracks. His vehicle was struck by an oncoming train that was allegedly unable to stop in time.
Several responders, including Macon paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The driver of the Nissan, identified as 29-year-old Marquethus Flowers, was trapped in his vehicle and had to be extricated by fire crews. He was rushed to a local hospital with critical injuries. Nobody else was hurt as a result of the accident.
The area was blocked for an extended period of time following the collision.
No further details have been released at this time. The investigation into the circumstances leading up to the accident continues.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim of this accident with hopes of a full recovery.
Train Collisions in Georgia
Railroad-related accidents have been happening more commonly than ever before in Georgia and beyond. Trains are some of the largest modes of transportation in the entire U.S. and are capable of causing catastrophic damage and injuries in the event of an accident. In 2021, it was reported that approximately 5,781 people were injured in train crashes and 893 people lost their lives. Being hurt in a train-related accident can be an impactful time in your life. If you have been hurt in one of these accidents, you should speak with an attorney that you can rely on.
Being hurt in a train accident can leave you feeling helpless and alone. You may be left with questions that you can only answer with the help of an attorney who has your best interests in mind. These include some of the following questions:
- What evidence is necessary to prove that one or more parties are at fault for your collision?
- What deadlines do you need to meet if you want to be successful in your claim?
- Will your claim be settled or will it make it all the way to trial?
These are questions that you can answer when you speak with a dedicated and compassionate Macon personal injury lawyer.
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here to assist you after you have lost somebody you love in a fatal train crash. No matter the circumstances leading up to your accident, we will stand by your side in your time of need. We understand that you may be feeling stressed and confused after a train crash, which is why we are here to help you when you need us the most. We will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve. Please contact a train accident attorney in Macon at (888) 688-1924 to find out what options are available 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.
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