Atlanta, GA – Woman Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Crash on Cumberland Pkwy
Atlanta, GA (October 27, 2022) – A woman was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident that took place on a major Atlanta roadway on Tuesday afternoon, October 25.
According to Cobb County Police, the accident happened at 4:05 p.m. on Cumberland Parkway just east of South Cobb Drive. Police confirmed that a woman was walking across the roadway in the area when she was suddenly struck by a 30-year-old man who was driving a silver GMC Terrain in the area. The driver allegedly could not stop in time, colliding with the pedestrian.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The 60-year-old female pedestrian was tragically pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Nobody else sustained injuries in the accident.
Due to the severity of the collision, a portion of the road was blocked for some time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as they were able to.
No further details have been released. The investigation into the circumstances of the collision continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was lost in this collision.
Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia
Pedestrian accidents are the most severe accidents that occur on our roads in the state of Georgia each year. This means that many pedestrians are injured or even killed in severe accidents each year within the state and beyond. In 2020, it was reported that a total of 6,516 pedestrian fatalities happened in the entirety of the U.S. In 2021, 348 people were killed in Georgia pedestrian accidents in the state. Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident can impact your life in many ways. Families are urged to seek the help of an attorney as soon as possible after an accident.
The aftermath of a fatal accident can be absolutely devastating for a family. You may be left with a wide array of questions that you cannot answer on your own, such as the following:
- What evidence is necessary to prove that another party is to blame for a fatal accident?
- What deadlines will you be required to meet when it comes to a wrongful death claim?
- Where does the insurance company come into play with your accident claim?
As you are grieving, you should not have to worry about how you will afford to pay the bills that keep piling up against you. Speaking with an Atlanta wrongful death attorney can help you and your family move forward.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, we are here for you and your family when you need us the most after a fatal accident. We understand how overwhelming a fatal collision can be on both emotional and financial levels. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping you receive the compensation that you deserve for an array of aspects. You should never have to face a wrongful death claim on your own. Please contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Atlanta at (888) 579-1790 for more information on how we can help you.
Note: We have constructed this post using outside sources, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts from outside sources. The details concerning this accident have not been independently verified and so, if you have identified false information, please inform us immediately. We will adjust the post to reflect accurate content.
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.
