Speedway, WV (March 19, 2025) – On Tuesday, March 18, one person was killed after a multi-vehicle crash in the Speedway area. The deadly accident took place on WV-20 in Mercer County. Emergency crews were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide the necessary aid.
The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. The number of parties involved was not provided in the initial reports. Despite life-saving aid from attending medical personnel, one person involved suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead. It is currently unknown if anyone else involved was harmed. The area was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in West Virginia
Every day, we need to drive to get where we’re going, and every year, West Virginia sees many major car accidents that result in too many deaths and injuries. In 2021, the state had 281 deaths from car accidents. On average, for every 100 million miles driven in the state that year, 1,572 people died on the state’s roads. In the last five years, there have been around 20.56 deaths for every 100,000 people each year. Car crashes in West Virginia seriously injured 906 people in a recent year, and nearly three times as many people die on country roads compared to highways across the state. It is essential to team up with a skilled legal group to receive fair compensation after a deadly car accident.
A deadly crash is never easy to manage on your own. In an instant, someone close to you can be taken away forever due to another driver’s reckless actions. It is key that you can work closely with a competent Speedway wrongful death lawyer during this time. The legal team at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, is here to fight for you. We have a proven history of helping families pursue successful wrongful death cases, and we are ready to fight to help you get the justice you deserve. If you are ready to get started on your case, we are just a phone call away. Contact the offices of Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, today at (304) 720-6700 to get started on your case.
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.
Disclaimer: This post is not intended to solicit business. The information provided should not be interpreted as medical or legal advice. The photo included in this post does not depict the actual accident scene.
