Institute, WV (December 27, 2024) – At least one person sustained injuries in the aftermath of a traffic accident in Institute on Thursday, December 26. Emergency crews were sent to the scene at the corner of ST Avenue S. and Walker Addition Road that afternoon around 12:29 p.m. Three vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash. All eastbound lanes were closed as a result of the incident.
The roadway was temporarily closed while paramedics and authorities were present. The injured parties were provided aid at the scene before being transferred to a local hospital to undergo additional treatment. The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not yet been determined. Tow trucks were needed to clear the resulting wreckage and reopen the site to outside traffic. No further information on the accident is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation. More updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
High-Speed Collisions in West Virginia
When you speed, there’s always a much greater risk of a serious crash. There’s a good reason for this. The force of impact will be much greater, increasing the risk of life-changing injuries. 28 percent of deadly crashes, 13 percent of injury crashes, and nine percent of property damage-only crashes in 2021 were caused by drivers going too fast. In 2022, more than 12,000 people died in accidents caused by speed. From 2020 to 2021, the number of deaths caused by speeding rose by eight percent, with 12,330 people dying in 2021. From 2018 to 2021, the number of fatal crashes caused by speeding rose by 28.1 percent. Speeding led to deadly accidents in a range of road conditions. You may be able to pursue a fair claim for recovery if you or a loved one is hurt in a collision.
You may be able to be made whole again after a crash by pursuing a strong injury claim with the help of a trained Institute personal injury lawyer. With the help of the trained legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, you can know that your case is in good hands. We are here to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation. Contact our offices today at (304) 720-6700.
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