Pooler, GA – Fatal Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Pine Barren Rd

Pooler, GA (April 19, 2023) – One person lost their life in a fatal hit-and-run pedestrian accident that took place on a roadway in Pooler on the morning of Monday, April 17.

According to Pooler Police Department officials, the accident happened around 12:28 a.m. on Pine Barren Road near the area of the West Chatham Middle School. Police confirmed that a person was crossing the street in the area near the school when they were suddenly struck by a passenger vehicle. The driver of the vehicle fled the scene without stopping.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other local responders were immediately dispatched to the scene to help those in need. The victim, who has not yet been formally identified, was severely injured in the accident. They were tragically pronounced dead at the scene due to those injuries.

Due to the severity of the accident, a large portion of the road was blocked in the area for some time. Police worked to clear the scene as quickly as possible.

Police did not say if the driver responsible for the accident was caught or what charges they could be facing.

The investigation into the collision continues. Police will update with more information as it becomes available.

We would like to offer our warmest sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of the victim who lost their life in this accident.

Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia 

Pedestrians are, hands down, the most vulnerable parties on our roads in the state of Georgia. This is due to the fact that pedestrians have no protection from harm when involved in a collision with a large motor vehicle. In 2021, it was reported that 348 pedestrians were struck and killed in fatal accidents. Especially when these accidents involve hit-and-run drivers, they are likely to lead to extensive harm as a pedestrian faces serious injuries on their own. If you have lost a loved one in a fatal pedestrian accident, speaking with an attorney is in your best interests.

It is never easy to face the loss of a loved one too soon due to a horrific pedestrian accident. You and your family may wonder where you can turn, which is entirely normal. As you are grieving the immense loss of your loved one, you may wonder how you are going to afford to pay the many bills that pile up against you. You may be feeling stressed and have a wide array of questions after a pedestrian accident. This is why you should speak with a Pooler wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.

At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our attorneys are here for you after you have lost somebody close to you in a fatal pedestrian crash. We will stand by your side as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Having the help of an attorney on your side can ensure that you receive the compensation that you deserve. These include some of the following damages:

• Medical expenses
• Lost income and future lost income
• Pain and suffering
• Therapy costs
• Loss of consortium
• Funeral costs

We will help you during these challenging times. Please contact a pedestrian accident attorney in Pooler at (888) 579-1790 to find out what we can do for you at this time.

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.