Atlanta, GA – Fiery Tractor-Trailer Accident on I-285 Leads to Fatality
Atlanta, GA (April 17, 2021) – Around 11 p.m. on Friday night, April 16, a tractor-trailer accident occurred on a highway in Atlanta.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened on I-285 around the area of the Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway. A car attempted to exit the Interstate in the area of the parkway when it lost control, crashing into the back of the tractor-trailer. The vehicle slid underneath the tractor-trailer and became wedged, where it was dragged for yards.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene. One person was pronounced dead, though police have not said what vehicle the deceased was driving in.
The roadway was blocked for several hours as fire crews put out the fire caused by the collision and cleared the scene.
No further details have been released but the investigation remains ongoing.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Truck Accidents in Georgia
Every year, hundreds of lives are lost as a result of accidents throughout the state of Georgia. Truck accidents do not happen as commonly as other accidents on our roads but, when they do occur, they lead to some of the most extensive harm. This is widely due to the fact that trucks are some of the largest vehicles on our roads. Though truck drivers are known for being some of the safest drivers, fatal collisions still occur every single year due to the recklessness of others.
Losing a loved one due to a fatal collision is never an easy thing to face. However, this is the reality that many victims face every year as a result of Georgia truck accidents. As you grieve the loss of your loved one taken too soon due to an accident, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. If you have suffered losses due to a preventable truck accident, you have options moving forward. It is crucial that you seek the help of a Georgia wrongful death attorney in your time of need.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our accident attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in truck accidents. We believe that you have every right to seek help from a knowledgeable attorney who has handled these claims in the past. We are here for you every step of the way when it comes to your claim. Please contact a Georgia accident attorney at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you.
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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.