Atlanta, GA – APD Responds to I-20 Multi-Car Wreck at Wesley Chapel Rd
Atlanta, GA (December 24, 2021) – On Friday afternoon, December 24, a multi-vehicle collision took place on a highway in Atlanta, resulting in injuries and involving at least three drivers.
Atlanta Police Department officers confirmed that the incident occurred on the westbound side of Interstate 20 around 1:30 p.m. The wreck reportedly happened near Exit 68 to Wesley Chapel Road, blocking all right lanes in the area.
Paramedics and fire crews provided treatment at the scene. One or more victims suffered injuries as a result of the accident, though the extent of their injuries is unknown.
It does appear that paramedics transported at least one victim to an area medical center via ambulance, however.
Officers collected evidence and completed the on-scene portion of their investigation by 3:00 p.m., though they are still working to piece together the events leading up to the incident. They advised drivers to take Covington Highway as an alternate route while they scrubbed the scene.
Authorities did not provide further details but the investigation continues at this time.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Atlanta Multi-Vehicle Accidents
Atlanta car wrecks happen due to many different types of reasons including distracted driving, intoxicated driving, speeding, fatigue, recklessness, and more.
Unfortunately, in just one year alone, almost 35,000 auto accidents were logged by the Atlanta Police Department. And despite the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, leading to lockdowns and less traffic on city roadways, Atlanta authorities still reported more than 21,000 vehicle accidents throughout the year.
If you have suffered injuries in an accident that is not your fault, you may wonder about your next steps. This is particularly true if another driver’s negligence has left you paying the bills.
Unfortunately, these accidents lead to many types of injuries including spinal cord injuries, TBIs, fractures, organ damage, and more. Suffering injuries as a result of a car accident can have a huge impact on your life.
Many individuals will spend an extended period of time in the hospital and away from work, impacting them financially.
As you work on your physical recovery, you should review your options when it comes to an Atlanta personal injury claim. If you have sustained serious injuries, it is important to have a legal advocate by your side.
Atlanta Accident Attorneys
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here for you after an accident that is not your fault.
We understand how overwhelmed you may be feeling after a crash. That’s why our attorneys are here to assist you along the path toward compensation.
From medical expenses and lost income to therapy costs, a full settlement is important for victims to move forward.
If you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident, you should have assistance from a skilled accident attorney. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident lawyer in Georgia at (888) 579-1790. Schedule a free consultation to find out how we can help you today.
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Disclaimer: At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC Attorneys at Law, we are always looking to improve the quality and safety of our state and have been saddened by the outcome of many accidents across Georgia. We hope to inform those in our community about these accidents in the hopes that they will work to avoid serious Georgia accidents in the future. These posts are not to be taken as a solicitation for business. The information within should never be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We hope that all involved in these accidents will receive a speedy recovery.
