Atlanta, GA – Four Killed in Car Accident on I-85 at I-985 in Gwinnett Co
Atlanta, GA (April 24, 2021) – At least four people died after a crash that occurred on Interstate 85 in Gwinnett County on Saturday evening, April 24.
Per reports from officers with the Gwinnett County Police Department, the collision happened in the northbound lanes of I-85 near the I-985 split.
Some lanes reopened after 9:00 p.m. but others were closed for at least a couple of hours after the wreck, which occurred around 7:00 p.m. Officers were still urging motorists to avoid the area and seek alternate routes later Saturday evening.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues. Authorities did not say whether other victims sustained injuries in the accident.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with any injured victims in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Car Accidents in Georgia
A major cause of collisions in the state of Georgia, drowsy or distracted driving often leads to tragic results. Furthermore, fatal collisions take on many forms but head-on collisions are some of the most severe. Though only approximately 2% of car accidents are deemed head-on collisions each year, it is important to note that many of these accidents lead to catastrophic results. Losing a loved one due to a collision can be a challenging thing to face, which is why families are urged to seek the immediate help of an attorney following a crash.
Nobody is ever fully prepared to face the loss of a loved one alone. However, this is the reality that hundreds of families face every year after Georgia car accidents. These accidents happen due to a wide array of reasons, including distracted driving, drowsy driving, speeding, and more. As you grieve your losses, you should never have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. It is crucial that you speak with a Georgia wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in accidents. If you have suffered losses, you should always speak with an attorney sooner rather than later so that you can get started on your claim. We will help you work toward compensation for aspects such as medical bills, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and so much more. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can assist 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.
