Augusta, GA – Fatal Car Accident on Gordon Hwy Near Thomas Ln
Augusta, GA (November 3, 2022) – Around 5:07 p.m. on the evening of Wednesday, November 2, a woman was killed in a fatal car accident following a vehicle pursuit in Augusta.
According to Richmond County officials, the accident happened on Gordon Highway around the area of Thomas Lane. Police confirmed that they were attempting to stop the driver of a blue Nissan Rogue on a traffic violation that has not yet been revealed. Police started to pursue the driver but the driver of the Rogue collided with two different vehicles at various locations along the way until they came to a stop.
Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were called to the scene to help those in need. One of the occupants inside a struck vehicle was rushed to Augusta University Medical Center ER with severe injuries. The victim was pronounced dead while there. Several other parties were hospitalized with various injuries.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for a period of time. The driver of the Nissan was arrested by police, though their charges have not yet been revealed.
The investigation into the collision continues at this time. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.
We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was lost in this collision.
Fatal Accidents in Georgia
Car accidents have been increasing on our roads throughout Georgia over the years. Hundreds of lives are taken as a result of fatal accidents every month in the state of Georgia. In 2020, it was reported that approximately 1,730 people were killed in fatal collisions within the state. These accidents happen in the blink of an eye due to many different reasons, such as the following:
- Driver distractions
- Drunk or drugged driving
- Speeding
- Fatigued driving
Speaking with a skilled attorney after a fatal accident is one of the best ways for families to move forward.
Where do you turn after you have sustained immense losses in a fatal collision? If you have lost someone you love in a collision, speaking with an Augusta car accident attorney is in your best interests. It is true that no amount of money can bring back a loved one whose life has been taken prematurely in a fatal accident. However, it can help you move forward on a financial level so that you do not have to deal with these stressful aspects on your own. You should be prepared to speak with an Augusta wrongful death attorney as soon as possible after a fatal crash.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in fatal accidents. We understand how overwhelming a fatal accident can be on both emotional and financial levels. Our attorneys have years of experience handling wrongful death claims and will stand by your side when you need it the most. Please contact a wrongful death attorney in Augusta at (888) 579-1790 for more information on how we can help you in your time of need.
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.
