Atlanta, GA – Man Killed in Fatal Bicycle Crash on Evans Mill Rd
Atlanta, GA (February 20, 2023) – A man was killed in a fatal bicycle accident that took place on a roadway in Atlanta on Monday, February 20, at an unknown time.
According to Atlanta Police, the accident happened on Evans Mill Road around the area of I-20. Police claim that an elderly man was traveling on a bicycle in the area when he was suddenly struck by a passenger vehicle due to reasons that are not entirely known. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene to cooperate with the police.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those with injuries. The elderly bicyclist, who has since been identified as a 61-year-old man, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. Nobody else was hurt as a result of the collision.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the accident for some time. This led to delays until police fully cleared the scene.
No further details have been released, but the investigation into the collision continues. Police will update with new information as it becomes available.
We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim who lost his life in this accident.
Bicycle Accidents in Georgia
Bicycle accidents are known for being some of the most severe accidents that take place on our roads in Georgia each year. This is due to the fact that bicyclists have no protection from harm in the event of an accident. Between 2015 and 2019, it was reported that approximately 24 bicyclists lost their lives in Georgia bicycle accidents annually in the state. Even though these accidents are not as common as others that take place within the state, they tend to be some of the most severe and life-altering. If you have lost someone you love in a bicycle crash, you should speak with a dedicated attorney who has handled these types of claims in the past.
Many relatives may wonder where they can turn after a loved one has been taken from them prematurely in a fatal bicycle accident. Under Georgia law, eligible surviving individuals are able to bring a wrongful death claim on behalf of a loved one whose life was taken in a fatal accident. There are many parties who could be successful at bringing a wrongful death claim, which includes the following:
- Spouse of the deceased
- Children of the deceased
- Parents of the deceased
You have options and should speak with an Atlanta wrongful death attorney soon after you have lost someone you love.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, are here for you after you have lost someone you love in a fatal bicycle accident. We will take all necessary measures to ensure that your rights are protected as you navigate the complex legal system. We know how complicated a wrongful death claim can be and offer our help and resources to you when you need them the most. You have every right to seek compensation after you have lost a loved one. Please do not hesitate to contact a bicycle accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 to find out what options you have during these difficult times.
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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.