Doraville, GA – Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident on Buford Hwy at Oakmont Ave
Doraville, GA (June 18, 2021) – Officers say they have now apprehended a driver accused of involvement in a fatal hit-and-run wreck that left one man dead on Friday morning, June 18.
Officers with the Doraville Police Department and Georgia State Patrol troopers responded to the accident on Buford Highway near Oakmont Avenue around 9:00 a.m. Initial reports stated that a CW Matthews employee was standing on the shoulder of the highway and speaking with a dump truck driver.
The driver of a green Kia Soul approaching the two failed to maintain their lane, hit the employee, and drove away from the scene.
The construction worker, identified only as an adult male from Douglasville, was thrown by the force of the collision and was pronounced dead at the scene, despite life-saving measures performed by EMS.
Police said the driver, a 24-year-old woman, is now in custody with pending charges.
The investigation into the accident is still ongoing.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.
Hit-and-Run Car Wrecks in Georgia
Occurring daily in the Peach State, especially due to the reckless acts of others, fatal car wrecks are an unfortunately common occurrence in Georgia. In fact, it is estimated that approximately 30 to 40 Georgia residents perish just one week’s time as a result of car accidents that happen due to negligent reasons.
These accidents are aggravated even further when they occur due to the careless acts of a hit-and-run driver. These incidents, which occur when a driver flees the scene of a crash without stopping, are illegal and can lead to serious consequences. Furthermore, victims of hit-and-run accidents tend to suffer critical injuries or may succumb to their injuries due to delayed medical attention.
However, if you have sustained serious injuries or lost a loved one due to a hit-and-run driver, you have many options as you move forward.
Identifying the party responsible for the accident lies at the center of your personal injury claim in Georgia. You should always have an attorney by your side if you have lost someone you love in a Georgia car accident. Speaking with an attorney can ensure that your rights are being protected as you move forward. As you grieve your losses, you should not have to worry about the financial aspects that continue to pile up after you have suffered these losses. See our proven track record of success representing those who have lost loved ones in Georgia accidents.
Our Georgia attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have suffered losses due to fatal car accidents. We understand how traumatic these accidents can be and how overwhelmed you may be feeling during these devastating times. If you have lost someone you love in a collision, you have the experienced help of an attorney on your side. Speaking with a Georgia accident attorney is one of the best decisions that you and your family can make. Please contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you.
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