Sandy Springs, GA – Officer Injured in Accident on GA-400
Sandy Springs, GA (April 5, 2021) – Around 1 a.m. on Saturday, April 3, an officer was injured in an accident that took place in Sandy Springs.
At the time, a Sandy Springs Police officer was driving southbound on GA-400 around the area of Windsor Parkway. He was working a traffic stop in the area when his patrol vehicle was suddenly struck by another vehicle in the area. The patrol vehicle has been fully visible on the shoulder of the road at the time of the crash.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were called to the scene to assist. The officer, who has not yet been fully identified, was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
The driver of the vehicle that struck the cruiser was arrested on charges of DUI, open container, reckless driving, and more.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Car Accidents in Georgia
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people are injured in car accidents throughout the state of Georgia. In just one recent year, in fact, it is estimated that approximately 116,000 people were injured as a result of these serious collisions. Being injured in a car accident can impact your life in many ways, especially if you know that another party is to blame for your collision. Some of the most common reasons for crashes include distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, and more. If you have sustained harm in an accident that is not your fault, it is important that you seek the help of an experienced attorney.
The aftermath of a Georgia car accident can have a huge and lasting impact on every aspect of your life, which is why you should always have an attorney on your side who can answer your questions. For instance, what deadlines will you be expected to meet when it comes to your claim? What types of evidence will you have to collect to show that another party is to blame for your collision? Will your case be settled or will it make it all the way to trial? These are questions that you can answer with the help of a Georgia personal injury attorney on your side.
Our dedicated and knowledgeable accident attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to assist you after an accident that is not your fault. If you have been injured in a collision, you should always have an attorney on your side so that you do not have to stand alone. Speaking with an attorney can ensure that your rights are being protected during these challenging and traumatic times. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can help you.
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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.