Columbus, GA – Pedestrian Accident Involving Officer on Veterans Pkwy
Columbus, GA (January 2, 2023) – A serious pedestrian accident with injuries took place on a major roadway in Columbus on the morning of Saturday, December 31.
According to Georgia State Patrol officials, the accident happened around 5:45 a.m. on Veterans Parkway around the area of River Road. Police confirmed that a pedestrian was walking in the area when they allegedly started to cross the street and they were struck by a Columbus Police Department officer in a cruiser. The officer immediately stopped at the scene.
Several local responders, including paramedics and fire crews, were immediately rushed to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian, who has not yet been formally identified, was rushed to Piedmont Columbus Regional Hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Their current condition is not yet known.
Due to the severity of the accident, a portion of the road was blocked for some time. This led to delays until the scene was cleared.
No further details have been released at this time. Police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the accident.
We offer our warmest sympathies to the party recovering from this accident.
Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia
Pedestrian accidents are some of the most severe and life-altering accidents that take place on our roads each year. This is due to the fact that pedestrians have virtually no protections from harm in accidents involving any type of vehicle. In 2021, it was reported that approximately 348 people were killed in Georgia pedestrian accidents and many others received serious injuries. The truth is, pedestrian accidents can be prevented but continue to occur due to the reckless acts of others. Being hurt in a pedestrian accident can be a life-altering situation that leaves you feeling helpless and alone. This is why speaking with an attorney can help you get back on your feet.
Being harmed in a pedestrian accident can be a difficult thing to endure. You may wonder where you can turn after one of these accidents, which is why you should speak with an attorney that you can trust. An attorney is especially necessary in your pedestrian accident claim if you have sustained serious injuries, such as the following:
- Spinal cord injuries
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Organ damage
- Paralysis
These injuries sometimes land victims in the hospital and cause them to miss out on time in the workplace. If you have been hurt in a pedestrian accident, you should speak with a Columbus personal injury attorney that you can trust.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to assist you after your life has been affected by a pedestrian accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. Our attorneys will stand by your side as you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of aspects. These include medical bills, lost wages, therapy costs, and more. Please contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Columbus at (888) 579-1790 to find out what we can do for 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, 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.
