Charleston, WV (February 27, 2025) – There were reported injuries following a traffic accident in the Charleston area on Wednesday, February 26. The collision took place at the corner of Westmoreland Road and Crescent Road early that morning at around 9:51 a.m. At least one person involved in the crash was hurt.
At this time, the number and severity of the related damages have not been confirmed. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render aid to the involved parties. Those requiring further treatment were transported to a local hospital for further treatment. The roadway was temporarily closed while local authorities worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in progress.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in West Virginia
Many of us drive every day, either to go to work, complete necessary errands, or just go about our regular lives. Unfortunately, the road continues to be the site of serious collisions, and every year, far too many people are killed or lose their lives across the state of West Virginia. A total of 281 people were killed in collisions statewide in 2021, and there were 1.572 deaths in the state for every 100 million miles driven that year, on average. Even more, West Virginia reported an average of 20.56 deaths per 100,000 people in the last five years. A total of 906 individuals suffered severe injuries in car accidents throughout the state in a recent year, and statistics show that almost three times as many people die on country roads than on interstates. You may be able to pursue a full and fair recovery after a crash by pursuing a strong personal injury claim with the help of a skilled legal team.
It is key that you are ready to seek a complete recovery after a serious crash by working closely with a competent Charleston car accident lawyer. To achieve this, do not wait to contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, today at (304) 720-6700. Our accomplished legal team is ready to fight for your rights. We are here to fight for you at every stage of the legal process, and we can answer any questions that you may have during a free initial consultation.
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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