Macon, GA (December 27, 2022) – Around 6:30 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, December 27, a man was seriously injured in a Macon pedestrian accident.
According to Bibb County deputies, the accident happened on Napier Avenue. Police confirmed that a man was walking near the area of Del Park when he suddenly fell due to reasons that are not yet known. He was suddenly struck by a Ford Focus that was traveling east in the area with a driver who may not have seen him in time.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has since been identified as 53-year-old Roosevelt King Jr., was critically injured in the accident. He was rushed to the hospital for treatment.
The driver of the Ford remained at the scene and has since been identified as a 35-year-old woman. She did not receive injuries in the accident and had not been charged.
The roadway was blocked in several lanes for an extended period of time.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
We offer our warmest sympathies to the party who has been hurt in this accident. We hope that he receives a speedy recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia
Pedestrians are some of the most vulnerable parties on our roads in Georgia every year. This is due to the fact that they have no protection from harm when they are involved in any type of accident with a vehicle. Hundreds of people lose their lives in pedestrian accidents throughout Georgia every year. In 2021, it was reported that approximately 320 people were killed in fatal pedestrian accidents throughout the state. It is never easy to face the aftermath of a pedestrian accident, especially if you have been faced with severe injuries. It is important that you speak with an attorney that you can trust in your time of need.
The aftermath of a pedestrian accident can be a difficult thing to endure. You may be left with questions that you can only answer with the assistance of an attorney on your side. This is especially true if you have sustained serious injuries in your accident. These include some of the following:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Organ damage
- Broken bones
If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, it is normal to wonder where you can turn and what options you have. Speaking with a Macon personal injury attorney can help you get back on your feet.
Our attorneys at Monge & Associates are here to help you after a serious pedestrian accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in an accident. Having help from an attorney can lessen some of the stress that you are feeling after an accident. Our attorneys will assist you every step of the way as you work toward the compensation that you deserve. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Macon at (888) 688-1924 to find out what we can do for you.
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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