Atlanta, GA (February 26, 2025) – A fatal pedestrian crash happened in Atlanta on February 25. At approximately 1:10 a.m., the collision occurred on Campbellton Road near Childress Drive. Reports show a pedestrian was hit by a Nissan pickup truck near the intersection. When paramedics arrived at the scene, the pedestrian was pronounced deceased. At this time, the identity of the victim has not been reported. Police in Atlanta continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Georgia Pedestrian Accidents
Traffic accidents happen all too often in the US, with over 17,000 wrecks reported per day. Around 7,500 people are hurt in these accidents per day, while more than 100 end up losing their lives due to the extent of their injuries. In Georgia alone, more than 300,000 annual traffic accidents are reported that injure around 150,000 people. Sadly, approximately 1,800 individuals are killed yearly in traffic accidents in the Peach State.
The majority of auto accidents in the US and throughout the state of Georgia are caused by the actions of negligent drivers. Drivers who engage in dangerous behaviors such as intoxication and distraction cause over half of the national accident fatality rate every year. Other common forms of negligent driving that cause a large percentage of reported crashes across the US are fatigue and speeding. Each year, over 10,000 people lose their lives in crashes caused by speeding.
Pedestrian crashes are some of the most devastating types of traffic accidents that occur. Over half of them are caused by the actions of negligent drivers, according to information provided by the NHTSA. Every year, over 8,000 pedestrians are killed in traffic accidents.
Suffering the unexpected loss of a loved one in a traffic accident of any kind can be an overwhelming experience for you and your family. This tragic event will likely take a great emotional toll on you that will keep you from working or seeing your friends and family, which can be extremely stressful. The bills may continue to pile up, especially those related to funeral expenses and vehicle repairs. You may be able to file a wrongful death compensation claim with a lawyer so you can get the funds you need to recover financially. Especially if you think another driver caused your wreck, you deserve to be able to recover without worrying about money.
In this regard, if you lost someone you love in a fatal accident caused by a negligent driver, our wrongful death attorney at Karma Injury Law can help you file a claim for compensation. You should be able to pay for funeral costs and more without having to worry about your finances. Our wrongful death attorney in Atlanta can help you during this difficult time.
Our experienced personal injury attorneys at Karma Injury Law are available day and night to answer any questions you may have about your injury accident. Call today to be connected with our dedicated Georgia personal injury attorney at (678) 607-8312 to discuss your legal options and begin your recovery and healing journey right away.
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