Thomas Co., GA (January 1, 2025) – A pedestrian lost their life in a traffic accident on Monday, December 30, in Thomas County. Reports show the wreck involved a semi-truck on US-19 North near Egg and Butter Road. Several responders were sent to the scene at around 7:45 p.m., shortly after the incident. Police say the incident occurred near the River Wood Store when a male pedestrian was struck by a tractor-trailer. When responders arrived at the scene, they found the pedestrian had already lost his life due to the extent of his injuries. The victim’s name has not been reported as police continue to investigate.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Georgia Traffic Accidents
The state of Georgia sees more than 300,000 annual traffic accidents with hundreds happening every day. These wrecks cause approximately 130,000 injuries per year and take the lives of more than 1,000 people annually. The accident rate in Georgia is higher than many other states in the nation, ranking among the top four states with the most auto accidents reported per year.
When pedestrians become involved in traffic accidents, they often suffer serious or even fatal injuries. On average, over 8,000 pedestrians lose their lives per year in traffic accidents in the United States.
If you or someone you love has recently been hurt in a car crash, you may be going through a very difficult time. You may be worrying about money and how you will pay for the damages that may have resulted from your accident. This can be stressful for anyone to endure, especially those with families to support.
Working alongside a skilled car crash attorney can be a great help to you and your loved ones during this difficult time. A lawyer can help you file a personal injury claim for financial compensation so you can get the money you need to pay for lost wages, vehicle repairs, medical bills, and more.
Losing someone you love in a fatal accident can be a devastating experience. It is, perhaps, the only thing worse than being hurt in a crash yourself. A wrongful death lawyer in Thomas County can help you collect financial compensation when you file a wrongful death claim. Funeral costs and more may be able to be paid for by way of compensation so you can focus on grieving and healing from this difficult experience.
At Karma Injury Law, our experienced personal injury attorneys are available 24/7 to address your concerns. Whether you’ve been injured or lost a loved one, our dedicated legal team is here to help. Call us at (678) 607-8312 to discuss your situation and find out if you have the right to file a claim.
Notes: Our writers rely on multiple external sources to create this accident news post, including local and national news reports, police accident reports, and, sometimes, eyewitness accounts of injury accidents in Georgia. If you find any inaccuracies in this post, please contact Karma Injury Law promptly so we can make corrections. We will also remove the post upon request.
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