Chesapeake, WV (January 22, 2025) – On Tuesday, January 21, there were confirmed injuries following a traffic accident in the Chesapeake area. The collision took place that afternoon around 2:29 p.m. at the 85 block of Interstate 77 SB. Emergency crews were present to provide the necessary medical aid to the involved parties.
The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined at this time. Ambulances were available to transport the crash victims to local hospitals for additional treatment. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present. The road was later reopened to outside traffic after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting wreckage. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing accident investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
West Virginia Speeding-related Accidents
When you drive too fast, you have a much higher chance of getting into a major accident because of the basic laws of physics. The impact will usually involve a lot of force, which increases the chance of major or life-threatening injuries. In 2021, fast drivers caused nearly 28 percent of deadly crashes, 13 percent of crashes that resulted in injuries, and 9 percent of crashes that damaged property. In 2022, over 12,000 people died in high-speed crashes, and deaths from these crashes went up almost eight percent from 2020 to 2021. In the latter year, a total of 12,330 people died due to speeding drivers. From 2018 to 2021, dangerous crashes due to speeding increased by 28.1 percent. You may be able to pursue a complete recovery by filing a personal injury claim with an experienced team of attorneys.
You do not want to be alone when going up against a large insurance company. With the help of a diligent Chesapeake personal injury lawyer, you’ll be in the best position to get the most out of your case. Contact the offices of Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, today at (304) 720-6700 to get started on your claim.
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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