Thomasville, GA – Head-on Collision Leads to Critical Injuries on Hwy 84

Last updated Monday, February 13th, 2023

Thomasville, GA (February 10, 2023) – On Friday afternoon, February 10, a head-on collision with severe injuries took place on a Thomasville highway. According to Thomas County officials, the accident happened in the eastbound lanes of Highway 84. Police confirmed that a driver was traveling on the highway when they suddenly lost control of their vehicle due to reasons that are not entirely known. The driver slammed head-on into another vehicle, which led to extensive damages.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other Thomasville responders were called to the scene to help those with injuries. One person sustained critical injuries and was rushed to a local hospital for treatment. Three others sustained minor injuries and were also hospitalized but are expected to be okay.

A large portion of the road was blocked in the area of the accident for some time. Police believe that the weather had a role in the accident. No further details have been released.

The investigation into the circumstances of the collision remains ongoing.

We offer our warmest thoughts and prayers to those injured in this serious collision. We hope that they will have a speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in Georgia 

Unsafe driving behaviors lead to many severe accidents in Georgia every year. There are many types of accidents that are more serious than others, but head-on collisions are some of the most catastrophic in nature. In one recent year’s time in the U.S., approximately 2.5% of car accidents were deemed head-on collisions. Though these accidents may not be as common as other collisions, about 10% of these accidents lead to fatalities.

It is never easy to get back on your feet after a car accident that was caused by another party. If you have sustained harm in an accident, you should speak with a skilled attorney as soon as possible. You may wonder what rights you have after a Georgia car accident. After you have sought medical attention for your injuries, speaking with a Thomasville car accident attorney is in your best interests. You could face many challenges as you are striving to recover from serious injuries, such as any of the following:

• Spinal cord injuries
• Organ damage
• Fractures
• Paralysis

These injuries can affect every aspect of your life, especially when it comes to your favorite daily activities or your return to work. Speaking with a Thomasville personal injury lawyer can ensure that your rights are being protected from start to finish with your claim. At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we will stand by your side after you have been hurt in a collision that is not your fault.

When you have sustained significant injuries in a car accident, you should only have to focus on your recovery. You may have a wide array of questions that you cannot answer on your own, which is why you should never delay when it comes to speaking with a compassionate attorney.

Please contact a car accident attorney in Thomasville at (888) 688-1924 to find out what options are available for you in your dire time of need.

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.