Norman Park, GA (December 29, 2022) – A man was killed following a fatal ATV accident that took place around 7:05 p.m. on Tuesday night, December 27.
According to Georgia State Patrol officials, the accident happened on Vickers Bridge Road around the area of John Vickers Road. Police confirmed that 19-year-old Hannah McClain was driving an ATV in the area when she suddenly lost control due to reasons that are not yet known. This caused the ATV to overturn onto its passenger side, causing the passenger to be ejected.
Several responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Police confirmed that the passenger, identified as 21-year-old Blake Owens, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. It is not known if anyone else was hurt in the accident.
The area was blocked off for an extended period of time following the crash as police worked to clear the scene. This led to extensive delays until the scene was cleared.
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.
We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim who lost his life in this accident.
ATV Accidents in Georgia
Though ATV accidents are not common compared to other accidents on our roads, they are especially common in Georgia compared to other states. In one year’s time in the U.S., approximately 135,000 people sustain injuries, and over 700 people are killed in ATV accidents that could have been prevented. Within seconds, your life could be turned upside-down due to the loss of a loved one whose life has been taken prematurely in a fatal ATV crash. If you have lost someone close to you in one of these accidents, it is important that you speak with an attorney that you can trust.
Getting back on your feet after losing a loved one in a fatal ATV accident can be an impactful time in your life. As you are grieving the immense loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you are going to afford to pay the bills that keep piling up against you. It is normal to feel stressed and alone after a fatal accident. You should not, however, have to deal with this stress entirely on your own. Speaking with a Norman Park wrongful death attorney can help you move forward during these challenging times.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we are here for you after you have lost someone you love in a fatal ATV accident. Having the help of an attorney on your side can lessen some of the stress that you may be feeling after a fatal crash. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for some of the following aspects:
- Medical bills
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
You should never have to face a wrongful death claim entirely on your own. Please contact an ATV accident attorney in Norman Park 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.
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