Augusta, GA (February 5, 2025) – One person was killed after a traffic accident in Augusta on Monday afternoon, February 3. The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office reports the crash happened at approximately 3:16 p.m. on Milledgeville Road near Golden Camp Road. A black Ford Edge and a green Kawasaki dirt bike collided at the intersection, causing the dirt bike rider, 36-year-old Latrell Shubert, to sustain fatal injuries. Police say Shubert was headed east on Milledgeville Road, and the Ford was headed west when it turned into the path of the Kawasaki. Shubert was pronounced deceased at the scene at approximately 3:42 p.m., police said. Investigations into the details of the accident continue.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family.
Georgia Traffic Collisions
Auto accidents take the lives of tens of thousands of people in the United States each year. On average, over 40,000 individuals lose their lives due to annual traffic accidents throughout the country. Unfortunately, car accidents have become the leading cause of death for individuals aged 15-20 in the United States.
Georgia witnessed over 1,500 car accident-related fatalities in 2022. This number represents a reduction of just over 2% from 2021 when nearly 1,550 accident fatalities occurred. Distracted driving is the leading cause of a majority of reported traffic accidents in the US and Georgia. Speaking with a Georgia car crash lawyer can help you recover from the aftermath of your accident.
The only thing worse than being hurt in a crash is losing someone you love in the same manner. Losing a loved one in a pedestrian accident of any kind is not only painful and scary but can also be overwhelmingly difficult in many ways. Working alongside our skilled wrongful death lawyer in Augusta at Karma Injury Law can help you recover financially after losing a loved one in a fatal accident.
Do not wait to call our reputable legal team at Karma Injury Law at (678) 607-8312 to learn how we can help you through this challenging time. We will work tirelessly to help you emotionally recover after losing a beloved family member in a tragic car crash.
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