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Last updated Wednesday, January 18th, 2023
Stonecrest, GA (January 3, 2023) – Two people were killed in a fatal car accident that took place on a highway in Stonecrest on the morning of Sunday, January 1.
According to DeKalb County Police, the accident happened around 3 a.m. in the eastbound lanes of I-20 around the area of Turner Hill Road. Police confirmed that the New Year’s Day accident took place when two vehicles collided on the highway due to unknown reasons. This caused flames to break out between the two, causing extensive damages to the involved vehicles.
Stonecrest fire crews and paramedics were dispatched to the scene to help those in need. Two people, who have not yet been formally identified, were tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. Multiple other unidentified victims were rushed to local hospitals for treatment of injuries but are expected to recover.
Due to the severity of the accident, the road was blocked in the area for some time. This caused extensive delays until the scene was fully cleared.
No further details have been released but the investigation into the collision remains ongoing.
We offer our warmest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of the victims who have lost their lives in this accident. We also hope that the injured parties receive a full recovery from their injuries.
On average, hundreds of lives are lost as a result of fatal car accidents in the state of Georgia every month. In just 2020, the Georgia Department of Transportation estimated that over 1,588 fatal car accidents took place in Georgia, leading to fatalities in 1,730 victims. Nobody ever expects that a loved one will be taken from them prematurely in a fatal car accident; however, this is the reality that many families face each year. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal collision, it is important that you speak with an attorney who has handled these types of claims in the past.
Losing somebody close to you in a fatal car accident can be one of the most devastating things that you have ever dealt with. It is true that no amount of money can bring back a loved one who has been taken from you in a fatal accident. However, it can help you move forward on a financial level during these challenging times. As you are grieving, you should speak with a Stonecrest wrongful death attorney who can handle every aspect of your case.
At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we are here for you after you have lost someone you love in a Georgia car accident. We understand how difficult it can be to get back on your feet after you have suffered from these immense losses. Our attorneys will help you work toward compensation for a wide array of aspects, such as the following:
Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in Stonecrest at (888) 688-1924 to find out how we can help 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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