College Park, GA – Two Killed in Fatal Car Crash on Old National Hwy
College Park, GA (August 31, 2022) – Two people were killed in a fatal car accident that took place on a major highway in College Park on Tuesday evening, August 30.
According to local officials, the accident happened around 5:48 p.m. on Old National Highway near the Sullivan Road intersection. Police confirmed that a driver was traveling in a Mitsubishi Galante in the area when their vehicle slammed into a Ford pickup truck due to reasons that are not yet known. Both of the vehicles were left with extensive damage in the accident.
Several emergency responders, including local fire crews and paramedics, were called to the scene to help those in need. Two passengers were discovered in the front and back seats of the passenger vehicle. They were tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to traumatic injuries. The driver, who has not yet been identified, was hospitalized with serious injuries. The driver of the pickup truck was not hurt.
The roadway was blocked in the area of the intersection for some time following the crash. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and friends of the victims involved in this accident. We also hope that the injured victim receives a full recovery.
Fatal Accidents in Georgia
There are many well-established laws regarding car accidents in Georgia. However, drivers do not always abide by these rules, which means that accidents can take place in the blink of an eye. Every day in Georgia, it is estimated that approximately five people are killed in fatal car accidents, which comes out to about 31 victims each week. Losing a loved one is never an easy thing to face and can be incredibly devastating to your entire family. If you have suffered these losses, speaking with a skilled attorney is vital.
Moving forward after a fatal accident is never easy, especially as you are grieving your losses. It is true that no amount of money will be able to bring back a loved one. However, it may be able to help you financially as you work on your grief on a whole new level. Facing a wrongful death accident claim can be incredibly stressful, as these claims are known for being complex in nature. If you have sustained these losses, you should know that you have a variety of options. Speaking with a College Park wrongful death attorney can help you move forward in your dire time of need.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you after you have lost someone you love in a fatal crash. We are dedicated to every aspect of your claim from start to finish. Our attorneys will help you move forward on both financial and emotional levels. We will help you work toward compensation for some of the following aspects at this time:
- Medical bills
- Loss of companionship and consortium
- Loss of future earnings
- Pain and suffering
Please do not hesitate to contact a wrongful death attorney in College Park at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can assist 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.
