Alum Creek, WV (January 1, 2025) – On Tuesday, December 31, there were reported injuries after a car crash in the Alum Creek area. The accident occurred that night around 10:44 p.m. at the 73 block of Quasar Drive. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined so far. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to provide aid to the involved parties. The victims requiring additional treatment were later transferred to local hospitals by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Crashes in West Virginia
There is always a much higher chance of a major crash when you speed, and for good reason. These crashes involve substantially higher impacts, which greatly raises the risk of injuries that could change your life. In 2021, speeding drivers were to blame for 28 percent of fatal crashes, 13 percent of injury crashes, and nine percent of crashes ending in property damage. There were more than 12,000 deaths in 2022 due to high-speed impacts. Eight percent more people died due to speeding drivers from 2020 to 2021, with a combined 12,330 people dying in the latter year. The number of deadly crashes caused by speeding went up by 28.1 percent from 2018 to 2021. After a serious crash, you need to be ready to act, and that often means partnering with a trained legal team to get the most out of your case.
You do not want to be on your own as you deal with your recovery, especially if you have limited experience in the law. That’s why you should consult with a qualified Alum Creek personal injury lawyer to make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish. With the help of the legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, your case will be in good hands. Give us a call today at (304) 720-6700.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
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