Stonecrest, GA – Man Killed in Fatal Pedestrian Accident in EB Lanes of I-20
Stonecrest, GA (August 20, 2021) – At 8:45 a.m. on Friday morning, August 20, a man was killed in a fatal pedestrian accident in Stonecrest.
According to DeKalb County Police, the accident happened in the eastbound lanes of I-20 around the area of Panola Road. A pedestrian was walking in the area when they were suddenly struck by a utility vehicle. It is believed that the vehicle remained at the scene to cooperate with the police.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The pedestrian was the only person injured in the accident. The unidentified victim was pronounced dead at the scene as a result of their injuries.
Due to the severity of the accident, the roadway was blocked all the way to I-285. Drivers were urged to find alternate routes until the scene was cleared.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in Georgia
Pedestrians are incredibly vulnerable parties on our roads, which means that they are prone to some of the most extensive harm in the event of an accident. Many pedestrians are injured or killed in the event of an accident. In one recent year’s time in Georgia, over 260 pedestrians were killed in these horrific accidents. Pedestrians are supposed to be offered special protections on our roads by drivers so that these accidents can be prevented. Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident might be one of the most challenging things that a family could face. If you have suffered from these losses, you should have the help of an attorney on your side.
It is never easy to face the devastating aftermath of a pedestrian accident on your own. Losing somebody so close to you can impact your life in many ways, turning it upside-down in the blink of an eye. As you are grieving the loss of your loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. If you have suffered from these losses, you have many options available for you. It is important that you speak with a dedicated Georgia wrongful death attorney who has your best interests in mind.
Our Georgia accident attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC are here to help you move forward after suffering the loss of a loved one in a pedestrian accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. Our attorneys will stand by your side and protect your rights after an accident has turned your life upside-down. We will help you obtain compensation to cover aspects such as medical expenses, funeral costs, pain and suffering, and so much more. We are here for you every step of the way. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Georgia at (888) 579-1790 to find out how we can assist 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. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
