Blog Archive - September, 2020

USA- Zobuz.com writes that more than 33,700 people are killed in vehicle collisions each year nationally. The report points out that this number or fatalities by motor vehicles rarely gets the same media attention as violent crimes and deadly diseases do. The death toll from car crashes shows that the roads are far from safe.

USA- Streetinsider.com writes that a traffic study indicates the ten least safe states for traffic accidents impacting children. Go Safe Labs released its results as a part of Child Passenger Safety Week. The data looked at 300,000 people involved in car crashes and identified the states with the highest number of children injured and killed in wrecks. According to the results, the worst state was Texas, followed by California, Florida, Indiana, Georgia, North Carolina, Alabama, Illinois, Arizona, and finally, Ohio.*

USA- Rollcall.com writes that rollover crashes involving military vehicles are attracting attention to the dangers they create for American troops. These often-deadly crashes are killing soldiers in training exercises with disturbing regularity. Numbers indicate that fifteen service members lost their lives in these crashes in 2019 and that ten died so far in 2020 in military vehicle accidents. Military training accidents, in general, are proving more deadly than combat. On average, over the last fourteen years, the rate of accidental training deaths is outnumbering combat fatalities by about four times.*

DUNWOODY, GA- 11alive.com writes that a crash occurred on Interstate 285 this week that involved up to nineteen vehicles. The police stated that the crash occurred close to North Peachtree Road. Little information is currently available regarding the crash, but police instructed the public to avoid the area and find alternative routes.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wtvm.com writes that a crash occurred on JR Allen Parkway in the late morning this week. Initial reports stated that one person died in the wreck, but later reports stated that the victim, while severely injured, is still alive. It is not clear at this time whether any other people sustained injuries in the crash, nor did the reports state how many vehicles were involved.*

AURORA, CO- Kdvr.com writes A fatal motorcycle crash that took place in the evening this week on South Peoria Street at its intersection with East Florida Ave. Early investigations suggest that the motorcyclist was heading south and collided with a Toyota Camry that was traveling northbound. The Camry appears to have been attempting to make a left turn off South Peoria Sreet onto E Florida Ave.* 

CLEARWATER, FL- Wkrg.com writes that a driver struck two motorcycles on state road 590 this week in Clearwater. The driver in the car then fled the scene of the crash.* 

COLLETON COUNTY, NC- Walterborolive.com writes that a terrible crash occurred this week in Colleton County, North Carolina. Reports state that a Toyota Takoma was headed south on Interstate 95 when a northbound Dodge Avenger crossed the centerline and the median. The two cars then collided head-on.*

DURHAM, NC- Mwakilishi.com writes that a crash took place this week in Durham, North Carolina, that left one person dead. The victim was a 28-year-old man from Kenya. The victim was operating a truck when it collided with a bus. The man died at the scene of the wreck.*

NEW JERSEY- Abc13.com writes that a bowling accident caused a start from the show "Cake Boss" to impale his hand. The victim was attempting to repair a bowling pin mechanism when the machine impaled his hand. A bowling pin was reportedly lodged in the cage mechanism, and as he attempted to remove the pin, his hand became trapped.*

FL- Sopfrep.com writes that an Airman 1st Class died in a 2,000-yard swim during a training event at the Air Force Combat Dive Center this spring. The investigation into the incident determined that the Air Education and Training Command failed to follow adequate safety protocols prior to the accident. The guidelines indicate that in order to protect the trainees, each is meant to be tethered to another swimmer of approximately the same ability. By doing so, no one is at risk of being stranded alone when something goes wrong. The victim was not tethered to another soldier at the time of his tragic death.*

COLLIER COUNTY, FL- Naplesnews.com writes that a tragic crash took the life of a Naples man this week in Collier County. The 29-year-old victim was traveling eastbound on Oil Well Road in the early morning when his car veered across the raised median and into westbound traffic. The front of the victim's sedan collided with an SUV that was driving the westbound lanes. The impact occurred nearly head-on.*

JACKSONVILLE, FL- News4jax.com writes that a tractor-trailer rolled over on Interstate 95 this week close to J. Turner Butler Boulevard. The semi ended up on its side. Reports state that another truck was nearby in the left-hand lane.*

LEON COUNTY, TX- Wric.com writes that a single-engine plane crashed this week into a field in Leon County, Texas. The incident occurred close to the Hilltop Lakes Stables. According to the manager of the stables, the plane did not strike any of the buildings.*

KEY WEST, FL- Military.com writes that a 35-year-old seventeen-year veteran of the Army died this week at the naval base in Key West. The Sergeant 1st Class is based out of North Carolina's Fort Bragg but was temporarily on duty at the Special Forces Underwater Operations School at the time of the tragic accident.*

RIVERVIEW, FL- Fox13news.com writes that a crash took place this week in Riverview that left a cyclist dead. The driver involved reportedly fled the scene following the early morning incident.

MORRIS, IL- Wspynews.com writes that a two-vehicle crash killed one person this week in Morris, Illinois. The incident took place in the afternoon this week when an ambulance was heading east on Route 6 with its lights activated. A juvenile driver heading westbound pulled to the right of the road to allow the ambulance to pass. The driver then attempted to make a left turn into a parking lot.*

VOLUSIA COUNTY, FL- Clickorlando.com writes that a crash killed one person and injured others this week in Volusia County, Florida. The incident took pale on State Road 40 in the mid-afternoon.*

PORT OF BRUNSWICK, GA- Georgiarecorder.com writes that last year, the Golden Ray capsized after leaving from Georgia's Port of Brunswick. An investigation into the incident led to evidence suggesting that the ship may have been loaded improperly, leaving is less stable on the water. A US Coast Guard lieutenant stated in a hearing this week that the Golden Ray was loaded with a top-heavy and unstable load.*

MARION COUNTY, FL- Clickorlando.com writes that a 58-year-old woman was killed this week in a crash involving a hit-and-run driver. The victim, who was from Belleview, was crossing SE 112th Street at the time of the crash. The involved vehicle is believed to have been a Dodge Durango that was headed westbound at the time.*

MACON, GA- 41nbc.com writes that a pedestrian died in a crash that occurred in Georgia this week. The incident took place on Gray Highway in the later evening. The victim, identified as a man, was walking in the turn lane close to the Dairy Queen when a 28-year-old man driving a 1995 Buick Roadmaster struck him.*

INDIANA- People.com writes that a plane crash occurred this week in Indiana that killed three people. The incident occurred in the late morning close to the Glendale Airport in Kokomo.*

EVANS, GA- Wjbf.com writes that a crash caused the closure of the westbound lanes of Washington Road in the late morning this week. Multiple vehicles were involved in the crash, which happened at the intersection with Kroger Road.*

HALL COUNTY, GA- 11alive.com writes that a crash killed a Hall County Sheriff's Lieutenant this week. The woman, along with another driver, both died in the collision.*

NEWNAN, GA- Ajc.com writes that a crash took place in Newnan that left one person dead. The incident was the result of a driver who was traveling at 110 miles per hour prior to the impact.*

COWETA, GA- The times-herald.com writes that a driver sent a couple from Coweta to the hospital this week after he crashed into their car. The incident occurred on Austin Road when the driver, who police believe was drunk at the time, was heading eastbound at a high rate of speed. The man then failed to navigate the turn and drifted off the roadway.*

ATLANTA, GA- Wsbtv.com writes that police officers in Georgia are undergoing training to help them safely respond to car crashes. Traffic incidents are often deadly for police officers, and one of the main problems is that when an officer is working at a crash site, other drivers passing by may fail to pay attention or drive too close to the police vehicles and end up causing a crash.* 

COLUMBUS, GA- Officials in Georgia note that Columbus has earned a reputation as being a dangerous place to walk. Law enforcement states that the need to use caution goes both ways and that drivers and pedestrians in the state both must use extra care when on the road.*

ATLANTA, GA- Wsbtv.com writes that used cars are making their way back onto the road in Georgia despite some serious defects. The issues are creating safety problems for the drivers of these cars, and everyone on the road with them. In one example, investigators point to a car that went through seven owners in a five-year period. The car also traveled over state lines and made its way into five different states.* 

COLUMBUS, GA- Wrbl.com writes that drivers should always protect their children when riding in a car. The most important step is to ensure that children are using age-appropriate car seats or boosters.*

FL- Daylight Savings Time is under criticism in many parts of the country. The policy helped during the 1970s when the United States was in the midst of an energy crisis, but now people are beginning to wonder whether it is worthwhile.*

GROVETOWN, GA. – The city of Grovetown, Georgia, was listed No. 17 in a list ranking the top places for speeding in the United States with 16.9 percent reporting speeding infractions in Grovetown. The rankings were created by a company called Insurify, which looked at data entered by people seeking insurance quotes.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wtvm.com writes that police have noticed a rise in pedestrian death in Columbus, Georgia, this year. Thus far, six pedestrians have died in the city. Data indicates that pedestrian deaths account for a remarkably high percentage of the traffic victims in Columbus. Last year, 42 percent of those killed in crashes were not in cars at the time. Two of those incidents took place on Victory Drive, and another four occurred on the same road in 2020.*

MONROE COUNTY, GA - 13wmaz.com writes that a man died this week following a car crash in Monroe County. The original accident took place in the later evening when a driver collided with an off-duty police officer who serves with the Glynn County Police. The crash occurred close to the exit for Johnstonville.*

GROVE CITY, OH- Nbc4i.com writes that two people died in a crash this week involving a motorcycle. Reports state that the two victims were on a 2013 Harley Davidson motorcycle heading southbound on Norton Road. The victims were identified as a 43-year-old man from Logan and a 40-year-old woman from London.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wtvm.com writes that a man died in a crash on Victory Drive in Columbus, Georgia, this week. The incident involved a car as well.*

ATLANTA, GA- Ajc.com writes that a large truck caused a massive nine vehicle wreck in Georgia this week. The incident took place in the northbound lanes close to Cascade Road when a tire on the truck blew out.*

LIBERTY COUNTY, GA- Fox28media.com writes that two people were injured in a crash that involved a school bus this week. The incident also involved a passenger vehicle.*

ATLANTA, GA- 11alive.com writes that a driver died in a crash with a MARTA bus. The incident occurred in DeKalb County on Candler Road near Interstate 20. The incident occurred in the early morning.*

MACON, GA. – According to an online news story published at wgxa.tv, a woman was struck and killed by a vehicle in Macon, Georgia. The victim has not yet been identified, and the driver of the vehicle did not stop. Police are still searching for the missing driver.*

JACKSON COUNTY, FL. – According to an online news story from wtvy.com, a woman from Georgia was one of the victims of a deadly January 13 head-on vehicle collision in Florida. Authorities have not yet identified the cause of the crash but have released the names of both victims of the crash. 

FARMINGTON, UT. – A little boy in Utah was injured when a toy gun he received exploded in his face, according to an online news story from fox5atlanta.com. The gun’s battery unexpectedly exploded, spraying chemicals onto the boy’s face.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA. – A DeKalb County, Georgia, school bus crashed into a ditch, according to an online news story reported at ajc.com. Several students were on board at the time, but no one was seriously injured. The cause of the crash has not yet been determined.*

COBB COUNTY, GA. – According to an online news story from ajc.com, a Floyd County Sheriff’s deputy crashed into another vehicle on Interstate 75 in Cobb County, Georgia. Preliminary investigation seems to indicate the deputy was distracted prior to the crash.*  

HALL COUNTY, GA. – Two women were struck by a vehicle and injured while fixing a flat tire on Atlanta Highway in Hall County, Georgia, according to an online news article from cbs46.com. The women have not been identified, and the vehicle driver, who fled the scene, is still missing.*

A man from Vancouver, Canada, has filed a lawsuit over injuries he sustained from an exploding e-cigarette, as reported in a recent online news story from the Vancouver Sun. The device’s battery appears to have malfunctioned, and it exploded in the man’s mouth.*

More teenagers in the United States have been injured in a Tesla vehicle crashand resulting fire involving the car’s lithium-ion batteries. These vehicles have been associated with several high-profile crashes and vehicle fires, including a deadly accident that claimed two teenagers’ lives in California.*

BUTLER, PA. – According to an online news story published at ncnewsonline.com, one child was killed and two others were injured after being hit by a vehicle at a Pennsylvania school bus stop. No one involved in the accident, including the driver of the vehicle, has been identified at this time.*

New York, N.Y. — Stories of alleged sexual harassment, abuse and rape have emerged from passengers in Uber vehicles at the hands of drivers.

The United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is conducting the first epidemiological study into dockless scooter use. The study will analyze data from Austin, Texas, and will partner with Austin Public Health and the Austin Transportation Department to report on the health effects of scooters. 

AUSTIN, TX- Statesman.com writes that a crane accident injured sixteen people this week in Austin, Texas. The incident occurred in the morning, and according to witnesses, the sounds were enough to cause concern, even given the already noisy nature of a construction site. One witness stated that she thought that the sound was pipes falling. It appears that two cranes struck one another, and the many workers on the site attempted to flee for their own safety.*

CAMBRIA COUNTY, PA- Wearecentralpa.com writes that a truck driver in Alabama is facing charges following a hit-and-run crash that occurred in Johnstown this week. The driver, who was operating a truck, was traveling on Roosevelt Boulevard and was switching lanes when he collided with another car. The other vehicle then spun out and crashed into the barrier in the median.* 

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA- Wset.com writes that a man from Florida caused a deadly drunk driving crash that killed a 73-year-old woman in Virginia Beach, Virginia.*

JACKSONVILLE, FL- Firstcoastnews.com writes that a 79-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, is concerned because her home has been struck numerous times by cars. The location of the house, which is at Clyde Drive, Addison Road, and Lindquist Drive, appears to be in a particularly dangerous location.* 

COBB COUNTY, GA- Northwestgeorgianews.com writes that a man died when a driver lost control and struck a bus shelter this week in Cobb County, Georgia. The driver, who was on South Cobb Road, began to spin and collided with a CobbLinc bus stop. The vehicle involved was a Tesla Model 3, and according to reports, the vehicle hydroplaned. The driver, identified as a 37-year-old man from Austell, was injured in the crash and was taken to the WellStar Kennestone Hospital. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.*

AIKEN COUNTY, GA- Augustachronicle.com writes that a crash took place this week when a driver struck a tow truck operator who was trying to load a vehicle onto his truck along Interstate 20. The victim, identified as a 31-year-old man, was in the eastbound lanes on the south shoulder.* 

HOPKINS COUNTY, GA- Ksstradio.com writes that a police officer reported seeing a black F-150 Ford pickup truck that was traveling southbound on Hillcrest Drive' overpass strike a concrete barrier. The impact reportedly led to the truck going momentarily airborne before it crashed onto the ground and caused both of the tires on its passenger side to deflate.*

FORSYTH COUNTY, GA - Usnews.com writes that a driver died in a crash this week after he collided into another car and then tried to flee on foot.*

FRANKLIN COUNTY, OH - Dispatch.com writes that a motorcycle crashed with a pickup truck on Norton Road in Franklin County this week. The pickup truck reportedly crossed the center line in the road.*

CAROLL COUNTY, GA- Cbs46.com writes that a crash involving two trucks on Interstate 20 led to lengthy traffic delays in Carol County, Georgia, this week. The incident involved cars in both directions in the mid-afternoon. Two trucks were involved in the incident, along with three other cars. One of the two trucks collided with a concrete wall and led to both lanes being blocked.*

GEORGIA- Landline.media writes that a tragic pedestrian truck crash resulted in a 21 million dollar verdict against a truck company. The truck company's insurers attempted to challenge the massive verdict arguing various potential defenses, including that the collision was an "act of God" for which they should not be held liable.*

Individuals who have suffered a serious spinal cord injury or who have been left paralyzed following an accident quickly discover that attending to their needs and continuing to meet their personal and family obligations is challenging if not possible at all. It can be difficult to know how much compensation is needed, much less how much can be reasonably obtained through a potential case. 

COLUMBUS, GA- WTVM.com writes severe weather often leads to car crashes. Police in the state is issuing warnings to drivers about the potential dangers associated with driving in inclement weather. Some people feel frustrated and trapped when they are unable to get out, but it is important to note that leaving in bad weather can cost a person his or her life. While rain is a common weather event, it is also one that often leads to crashes, some of which are fatal.*

AUGUSTA, GA- Wrdw.com writes that a fatal crash took place this week on Interstate 20. The incident occurred as debris and water plagued the state’s roadways. The storm that was formerly referred to as Hurricane Sally, but that has since been downgraded, sent heavy rain through the region.* 

COLUMBIA, S.C. — The results of a new study recently released prove that Columbia, South Carolina is one of the most accident-prone municipalities in the U.S. In fact three South Carolina cities: Columbia, Charlotte, and Greenville appear in the top ten according to WISTV.COM. Assuming the data is statistically valid, the study conclusively shows that South Carolina is one of the most hazardous states in which to drive in the country.

According to a news article on 247WALLST.COM, approximately 5,000 accidental workplace deaths occur in the United States each year. The number of fatalities on the job is still hovering at the highest total in a decade, and many of these fatalities are caused by transportation accidents during the line of work. 

An article from The Washington Post sheds light on an increase in scooter injuries in the U.S., as reported by emergency room doctors around the country. Higher numbers of people are requiring emergency medical care because of e-scooter accidents. 

GEORGIA – According to an NCCI Holdings Inc. brief published online at GWCA.INFO, narcotics play a significant role in workers’ compensation cases. The drugs are commonly prescribed to patients who have been injured in work-related accidents and can account for almost 20 percent of a claimant's medical costs.*

If you were involved in a car accident in Georgia, you will want to obtain a copy of your accident report. This is the official report about the accident, as documented by law enforcement officers who responded to the scene. Below is some information about how to receive a copy of this report.

USA- Kdhnews.com writes that the mother of a soldier killed in a Bradley Fighting Vehicle accident last year has been involved in an investigation into the tragic accident. The incident impacted several military members, all of whom received reprimands and involuntary separations. The commander involved had his rank lowered, and was non-judicially punished for his role in the crash.*

ATLANTA, GA- 11alive.com writes that a tragic accident occurred this week in Atlanta that killed a cement truck driver. The incident took place on Bolton Drive at Holtz Lane in the late afternoon. The police state that they were called to the scene and when they arrived, they found the victim, who was already dead.*

ATLANTA, GA- Ajc.com writes that five workers suffered injuries this week in an accident that occurred in Midtown. The parking deck, which was under construction, collapsed. The partial collapse involved the eleventh floor collapsing onto the tenth.*

SAVANNAH, GA- Wtoc.com writes that a man was home with his baby when he heard the sound of a car crash outside. The man put his baby down and then heard another sound, which he referred to as a boom.*

ATLANTA, GA- According to 11alive.com, a massive crash took place this week in Georgia. The incident occurred on Interstate 285 and involved seventeen vehicles. Traffic remained slow following the collision, even after the vehicles were removed.* 

ATLANTA, GA- People.com writes that a country rap singer was in a serious motorcycle crash recently. The 35-year-old artist is originally from the Atlanta-area.*

SEYMOUR, TX- Texomashomepage.com writes that a crash occurred in Texas that left one person dead. Earlier reports indicated that the collision killed two people, but that report appears to have been incorrect. Two people were  transported from the scene via airlift, and twelve were seriously injured.* 

TREUTLEN COUNTY, GA- According to 13wmaz.com, a tragic collision left one person dead this week. The wreck involved a van and a large truck that collided in the late morning on Interstate 16.*

EATONTON, GA- The unionrecorder.com writes that a crash took place in Putnam County injured a police officer this week. The incident took place when an RV and the police car collided head-on.*

BRYAN COUNTY, GA- Wtoc.com writes that a construction worker suffered serious injuries in a crash that took place in Bryan County. The incident took place in the late evening on Interstate 95 in the northbound lanes. At the location of the crash, crews are working to construct a new exit for Richmond Hill. The worker was on construction equipment at the time and was trying to cross over the northbound lanes.*

SANDY SPRINGS, GA- Ajc.com writes that a crash occurred this week on Interstate 285. The chain-reaction collision involved a total of eighteen vehicles, and the road remained closed for hours after the incident.*

DEKALB COUNTY, GA- Cbs46.com writes that a crash took place this week in DeKalb County that caused long traffic delays in the area. The incident occurred at Interstate 20 near the exchange for Interstate 285 in the early morning.*

MACON, GA- 41nbc.com writes that a crash killed one person and left another with injuries this week in Treutlen County. The incident occurred on Interstate 16 and involved a 2006 Freightliner truck and a 2017 Chevrolet Express van. The collision remains under investigation, and currently, it is not clear why or how the two vehicles collided.*

As highlighted in a recent online article from citylab.com, e-scooter accidents are on the rise, and lawsuits are starting to emerge regarding the vehicles.

Spinal cord injuries can happen instantaneously and these catastrophic injuries are often devastating. A car or truck crash, a fall down stairs, or a slip and fall at the workplace are all capable of inflicting harm on a person’s spinal cord. The spinal cord is responsible for transmitting signals from the brain to the rest of the body and from the body to the brain. The spinal cord is an essential part of the central nervous system, and so any damage to the spinal cord can temporarily or permanently interfere with your body’s ability to send and receive these important messages. This, in turn, can dramatically impact your ability to return to work, to provide for your family, or even enjoy the sports and activities that make life pleasurable.

A spinal cord injury or other personal injury resulting in complete or partial paralysis can lead to significant costs for the injury victim in the present and future.  Individuals accused of causing such injuries to others or their insurance companies, may deny responsibility or attempt to mitigate the amount of financial damages for which they may be responsible by alleging a number of defenses, examples below.

PAULDING COUNTY, GA- Patch.com writes that a man from Douglasville was arrested this week following a tragic incident involving a firearm. According to reports, the man accidentally shot the gun and struck a teenage girl from Paulding County.* 

MARIETTA, GA- Ajc.com writes that a driver fled the scene after striking and killing a construction worker this week on Interstate 75. The incident took place in the late evening while the driver was traveling northbound on the interstate.*

CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA- Ajc.com writes that a crash took place this week in Cherokee County that killed one individual and injured two others. The wreck occurred when a driver in an SUV left the roadway and crashed into trees. The incident happened in the mid-morning, near the Ga. 92 exit.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wtvm.com writes that a woman was struck and killed by a driver in Columbus, Georgia, this week. The involved motorist fled the crash scene, leaving the victim on the ground. Reports have now identified the deceased pedestrian as a 40-year woman from Columbus.*

BULLOCH COUNTY, GA- An intersection in Bulloch County has become a cause for concern for the locals who frequently drive in the area. The intersection, which is located at State Route 67 and Brooklet-Denmark Road, has recently been handling more traffic, and many feel that it is not designed to accommodate the number of vehicles passing through. State Route 67 also widened, adding to the problem.*

ALABAMA- The dailymail.co.uk writes that a former NASA pilot who once flew a space shuttle is now on trial for allegedly driving drunk and killing two young girls.* 

MARIETTA, GA- Cobbcountycourier.com writes that a crash killed one person this week near Delk Road on Interstate 75. The victim, a 42-year-old man from Atlanta, was identified as the driver involved in the collision. At the time of the wreck, the victim was in a 2019 GMC Terrain.* 

WARNER ROBINS, GA- 13wmaz.com writes that a crash occurred this week in Warner Robins that left one person dead. The victim was a motorcyclist who was heading east in the inside lane of the roadway when a 2011 Honda Accord pulled onto the road.* 

SANDY SPRINGS, GA- 11alive.com writes that a police officer suffered injuries in a crash that took place on Ga. 400 in the very early morning. The driver who caused the crash is suspected of having been drunk at the time.*

ROCKY FACE, GA- Newschannel9.com writes that a man from Rocky Face was rushed to the hospital following a severe crash that occurred on GA-3 this week. The incident took place when the driver was heading southbound on the highway while a Ford F-150 was traveling north. The victim was trying to make a left turn onto Old Chattanooga Road and collided with the passenger side of the pickup truck.*

PINELLAS COUNTY, FL- In the early stages of the pandemic, many car insurance companies offered their insureds discounts and refunds. It now appears that some car insurance companies want to raise their rates.

WALTON COUNTY, FL- Mypanhandle.com writes that a crash occurred in Walton County that killed one person. The incident involved a motorcycle. The authorities closed down the lanes for several hours.*

ATLANTA, GA – According to an online news report published on AJC.COM, fatal pedestrian accidents in Georgia fell by 16 percent in the first half of 2019.  This is good news considering the number of fatal pedestrian accidents in the United States has been steadily on the rise.  Although this news is positive, some experts believe the decrease may only be a "blip," and the number of fatal accidents could still be rising in the state of Georgia. According to a report by the Governor’s Highway Safety Association, 116 pedestrians were tragically killed in collisions with motor vehicles in Georgia during the first six months of 2019.  This is down by over 135 for the first six months of 2018.  Nationally, fatal pedestrian accidents increased by about 3 percent or 3,015 deaths during the same period. 

In 2018, there was a sixteen percent increase when compared to data in 2017, per the Georgia Department of Transportation. In 2017, 260 pedestrians were hit and killed in the state of Georgia. 

GEORGIA - Labor Day weekend crashes killed nineteen people in Georgia this year. State police reported that over the 78 hour period, police were called to the scene of 331 collisions. Eleven of those wrecks resulted in fatalities, and the Georgia State Patrol reported thirteen fatalities from those crashes. Another 176 people suffered injuries in wrecks. 

EAST COBB, GA- Ajc.com writes that a crash took place this week in East Cobb that killed one woman. The incident involved a dump truck that was heading westbound on Shallowford Road in the late morning. A Lincoln MKZ was trying to make a left turn off Shallowford Road and onto Chimney Lake Drive.*

ATLANTA, GA- Crashes led to nineteen deaths this year over the Labor Day weekend in Georgia. In total, there were seventeen deadly crashes that left a total of nineteen dead. The incidents included pedestrian, motorcyclist, and cyclist crashes in addition to vehicle collisions.*

MARIETTA, GA- According to 11alive.com, one person died incident this week in Marietta in a two-car crash on Interstate 75. The incident occurred close to the entrance to Delk Road.*

ATLANTA, GA- Ajc.com writes that a pedestrian died in a crash on Interstate 20 this week in Atlanta. The incident occurred on the exit ramp leading to Interstate 75/85 South, which caused the authorities to close down the busy road for the investigation.*

WARNER ROBINS, GA- Macon.com writes that a motorcyclist died this week in a crash in Macon. The incident took place in the late evening on Watson Boulevard. The victim, identified as a 57-year-old man from Byron, was rushed to the hospital but passed away from his injuries the following morning.*

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA- The gwinnettdailypost.com writes that a driver involved in a deadly pedestrian collision this week left the site of the wreck. Following the tragic incident, police are still searching for the vehicle and driver who killed the victim.*

REX, GA- According to 11alive.com, two motorists were injured in a crash that occurred on Highway 42 in Rex, Georgia. The Clayton County Police Department writes that the collision involved two cars that collided head-on. The motorists were both rushed to a local hospital.*

EVANS COUNTY, GA- The claxtonenterprise.com writes that a crash occurred this week in Evans County that left one person dead. The victim, identified as a 41-year-old woman from Claxton, was walking on or across Highway 301 at the time of the crash.*

MARIETTA, GA- Ajc.com writes that a crash occurred this week in Atlanta that left one person dead. The incident, which took place on Interstate 75 South in Marietta, involved two vehicles. One of the involved vehicles caught fire following the collision. Police state that the crash happened in the late afternoon on the entrance ramp located at Delk Road. *

ELKHART, IL- Wndu.com writes that a cyclist died in a crash in Elkhart County this week in the late afternoon. The incident happened at the intersection of County Road 15 and County Road 10 when a teenage driver in a Volkswagen Jetta traveling on County Road 10 struck the cyclist who was turning off of County Road 15.*

WESTON, FL- Fox13news.com writes that a pickup truck traveling in the eastbound lanes of Alligator Alley struck a small plane. The aircraft had completed an emergency landing onto the highway, and the truck collided with the plane’s wing.*

GEORGIA- Onlineathens.com writes that Georgia experienced a tragic increase in car crash fatalities over the Labor Day weekend. There were 32 deaths combined in the two states, with nineteen of those taking place in Georgia, and thirteen in South Carolina. The numbers come from the period from six in the evening on Friday through Monday night.*

SUFFOLK, VA- The pilotonline.com writes that two men died in an accident that occurred at a construction site in Suffolk. The men were working to build an Amazon distribution center.*

HORRY COUNTY, SC- Wpde.com writes that a crash took place in Horry County this week that injured three people. The incident, which happened in the mid-afternoon, involved two vehicles.*

HORRY COUNTY, SC- Wmbfnews.com writes that a driver struck a motorcyclist and then fled the scene this week in Horry County. The driver, identified as a twenty-year-old man, is now facing charges for his role in the tragic wreck.*

CHARLOTTE, NC- Wcnc.com writes that a 22-year-old was killed in a crash in North Carolina this week. The victim was riding a motorcycle near the intersection of North Tryon Street and Dorton Street in the evening. Responders arrived to find the victim in the roadway and stated that he was not responsive.* 

COBB COUNTY, GA- Ajc.com writes that a collision involving a tractor-trailer near Paces Mill Road shut down the southbound lanes of Cobb Parkway during early morning rush hour this week. The road was reopened late in the morning after the scene was cleared.*

SALISBURY, NC- The salisburypost.com writes that a crash took place this week in Salisbury that left one man with a fractured skull. The crash appears to have been the result of a domestic incident.*

ELMORE COUNTY, AL- Valleytimes.com writes that a man died in a tragic crash when a 2002 Chevrolet Trailblazer crashed into the victim on Alabama 143. The wreck took place near Deatsville, and the 61-year-old man died at the scene.*

SARASOTA, FL- Three military officers lost their positions following an accident that tragically killed a young soldier from Bradenton. The victim was stationed in South Korea, and according to an investigation, a staff sergeant and two company-level officers have lost their jobs as a result of the incident.*

GEORGIA- Georgia experienced a tragic increase in car crash fatalities over the Labor Day weekend, according to ONLINEATHENS.COM. There were 32 deaths combined in two states, Georgia and South Carolina, with nineteen fatalities taking place in Georgia, and thirteen in South Carolina. The numbers come from the period from six in the evening on Friday through Monday night.*

USA- Automated trucks are already in the road-testing phase. These driverless vehicles have many benefits when it comes to safety. Computers do not get distracted, fall asleep at the wheel, or drive drunk.* 

USA- Ttnews.com writes that Americans can now check out the progress of automated car testing using an online tool. The United States Department of Transportation launched the tool this week, which is part of the Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safe Testing (AV-TEST) Initiative.

EFFINGHAM COUNTY, GA- Fox28media.com writes that two people were killed in a three-person crash in Effingham County this week. The incident occurred at Jabez Jones Road and State Route 17 in the evening. The Sheriff stated that one person was killed at the scene while another died later in the hospital. The second victim to die in the wreck was transported via airlift to the hospital, but that person’s injuries proved fatal.*

MADISON COUNTY, GA- Ajc.com writes that a drunk driver killed a police officer this week in a crash that occurred in the evening on Hunt Road. Reports state that the officer was on duty and engaged in a training operation when a car struck him.*

CRAWFORD COUNTY, GA- 41nbc.com writes that a crash took place this week involving a cyclist and a driver in Crawford County on Boy Scout Road in the evening. The victim, identified as a man from Peach County, was on his bike when a car struck and killed him. Reports indicate that the man died at the crash site. Responders rushed the driver to the Medical Center Navicent Health for treatment. The current condition of the person who struck the cyclist is not known at this time.*

MOULTRIE, GA- Moultrieobserver.com writes that a crash occurred this week on US Highway 219 North that injured one person. The early afternoon incident involved an RV and a passenger vehicle.*

FORSYTH COUNTY, GA- Forsythnews.com writes that a crash took place this week in Forsyth County that left one person dead. The incident occurred on Campground Road in the late evening. The driver in one of the cars reportedly failed to stay in his or her lane while rounding a curve and entered the opposite traffic lanes.*

MACON, GA- Mdjonline.com writes that a crash occurred overnight this week in Wilkinson County that left four people dead. The incident occurred at the intersection of Fall Line Freeway and Mt. Pleasant Church Road. The two-vehicles included a pickup truck and a sedan.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wtvm.com writes that the police are now looking into a crash that left one person dead this week in Columbus. The victim, identified as a 43-year-old woman, died at the Piedmont Midtown Medical Center shortly after the crash.*

WARNER ROBINS, GA- According to 13wmz.com, a driver struck a 53-year-old man in Warner Robins this week, causing deadly injuries. The victim was reportedly pushing a shopping cart on the side of the Watson Boulevard when the crash took place.*

BULLOCH COUNTY, GA- Locals are fighting to have a four-way traffic light installed at Highway 67 and Brooklet-Denmark Road in Bulloch County. Drivers in the area fear that the intersection, which has been the location of more than one fatal crash, is going to continue to put locals at risk until serious changes are completed.*

FORT BLISS, TX- Taskandpurpose.com writes that a vehicle was involved in a crash in Fort Bliss this week during a training incident. The victim, identified as a 27-year-old man, was an Army motor transport operator.

FLORIDA- A campaign aimed at getting drivers to stay sober or get pulled over is working to ensure that drivers do not get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. The national campaign involves high-visibility enforcement of drunk driving laws, and officers will have zero tolerance for motorists who are under the influence.*

ATLANTA, GA- Wsbtv.com writes that a road rage incident in Atlanta this week resulted in a victim suffering a gunshot wound to the face. The victim's wife spoke to reporters after the incident, which happened on the ramp to enter Interstate 285 from Interstate 675.

DETROIT, MI- Wxyz.com writes that a twenty-year-old woman was declared dead and was at a funeral home in Detroit when someone noticed that she was still breathing. The woman's attorney stated that she opened her eyes when they were about to embalm her- which means her blood would have been drained from her body.

MOYAK, NC- Outerbanksvoice.com writes that a collision occurred this week in Moyock that killed a man who was biking at the time. The victim was reportedly crossing  NC 168 when a Toyota sedan struck and killed him. The driver then fled the site of the crash.*

RENO, NV- The ncadvertiser.com writes that police are searching for a driver who struck and injured a person on a scooter in Reno. The authorities are now offering a reward of $500 to anyone that provides information that leads to the arrest of the driver.*

SALEM, OR- The ncadvertiser.com writes that boat accidents killed 22 people in Oregon in 2020 so far. That number is the highest experienced in the state in decades. In fact, 2020 has seen more boat fatalities than any year since 1993 when the state hit its record of 25 fatalities involving boats.*

GREENWICH, CT- Ncadvertiser.com writes that a crash occurred this week involving a truck on Route 67. The incident is suspected of having been caused by mechanical issues in the truck.*

ELKHART, IN- 953mnc.com writes that a driver caused a car crash this week in Elkhart, Indiana, and then fled the scene. Reports state that the collision led to injuries. The vehicle involved was a Jeep, and immediately after the crash, police began to pursue the driver.*

RIPLEY, OH- The ncadvertiser.com writes that a boat crash took place in Ohio this week and that two men are now missing. The incident occurred on the Ohio River and involved a pontoon boat and a speed boat. Two men were on the pontoon boat and were fishing at the time. The speed boat had set out from the Ripley Boat Club with five people on board in the later evening.*

GARDEN GROVE, CA- Wbtv.com writes that a baby is doing well after a tragic crash that killed the infant’s mother. The baby, who was not due until late September, was delivered via an emergency c-section and weighed just five pounds. The widower and new father hopes to do the best he can to raise the little girl on his own.*

BRYAN, TX- The ncadvertiser.com writes that three people died and one suffered critical injuries in a crash in Bryan. The incident occurred near the Coulter Field Airport, and federal investigators are heading to the area to look into the deadly accident.*

UNION COUNTY, FL- News4jax.com writes that a crash involving a school bus took place in Union County this week. The bus reportedly crashed into a ditch on the side of the road.*

TALLAHASSEE, FL- Thousands of workers in Florida have been infected by the coronavirus. Many of those who contracted the virus were frontline healthcare workers, and yet half of these workers' compensation claims were denied by insurance companies.*

USA- Americans use cars for the vast majority of their transportation needs. In fact, 87 percent of trips in the United States happen in personal automobiles. The COVID-19 pandemic is making a case for owning a car for many people who used crowded public transportation prior to the pandemic. 

USA- Boating can lead to dangerous situations when people are not cautious. The importance of boating safely is a paramount concern for Floridians, who are about to enter Labor Day weekend - one of many hot and boat-friendly weekends for the state. Boating is fun, but with the joys of hitting the water, it is important to remember that danger can strike unexpectedly and fast when on a boat.

GAINESVILLE, FL- Officials are moving to improve the intersection of Newberry Road and Northwest 98th Street in Gainesville in an effort to improve safety in the area. Several incidents occurred at the crossroads, and many feel that the intersection itself is creating dangers for those who drive the local roads.* 

NASHVILLE, TN- AAA is reminding motorists that traffic patterns will change with the launch of the 2020 school year. 

SPOKANE, WA- Krem.com writes that a driver struck a home in Spokane this week, causing his car to crash through a wall and into the residents' bedroom. The car ended up partially on a bed, in which people were asleep at the time of the wreck.*

CHATTOOGA COUNTY, GA - Weisradio.com writes that a woman is now facing charges for her role in a deadly motorcycle crash that took place in Chattooga County. The incident occurred last month on Highway 27 when the woman pulled out of a parking lot and into the path of the victim's motorcycle. The victim struck the driver's side of the Pontiac Montana van, leading to the 41-year-old motorcyclist suffering deadly injuries.*

MACON, GA- According to 13wmaz.com, Bibb County investigators, a driver struck and killed a woman in a hit-and-run crash that occurred this week in Macon. The police are now asking for the public's assistance in identifying and locating the car and the driver.*

COLUMBUS, GA- Wtvm.com writes that a major collision occurred on Interstate 185 this week. No details are currently available, but drivers were instructed to use caution if passing through the area.*

SAVANNAH, GA- Savannahnow.com writes that one person was killed in a crash in Savannah this week. The incident took place in the middle of the night when a 23-year-old woman was walking in the eastbound traffic lanes on Georgia Highway 204.*

BARTOW COUNTY, GA- According to 11alive.com, a deadly crash occurred on Interstate 75 this week. The collision was reported in the early evening and involved two vehicles. One of the involved vehicles was a semi, and the other was an SUV.*

COBB COUNTY, GA- Ajc.com writes that a crash took place in Cobb County this week on Six Flags Parkway in the late evening. The incident occurred close to Queensferry Drive.*

WASHINGTON D.C.- The Washingtonpost.com writes that a crash took place this week that left one person dead and injured another four victims on the Suitland Parkway in Washington, D.C. That crash involved a head-on impact between an SUV and a van.*

EAST LAWRENCE, AL- The moultonadvertiser.com writes that a crash took place between two vehicles this week in East Lawrence. The incident occurred in the morning at Alabama 24’s intersection with County Road 322. An eighteen-year-old woman reportedly sustained injuries and was rushed to Decatur General for treatment.*

WESTON, FL- Sun-sentinel.com writes that a plane crashed in the Everglades this week. The incident occurred close to Interstate 75. The plane reportedly overturned and landed upside down. The area around the crash site could not be reached by land, so responders had to take airboats to get to the plane. 

BAKER COUNTY, FL- Mycbs4.com writes that a baby was killed in a crash in Baker County this week. The incident occurred when a pickup truck collided with the side of the victim’s car. The baby died from her injuries. She was eleven months old.*

WASHINGTON, DC- Popville.com writes that a crash occurred this week in Logan Circle on 14^th Street that led to injuries. The incident took place when a car drove into two retail shops, including a running store and a pet shop. Reports state that the reason the driver struck the buildings is not clear, but that the incident did result in arrests.*

THOMASVILLE, GA- Valdostadailytimes.com writes that a man is now facing charges related to a crash that took place in Georgia. The incident occurred in the evening on U.S. 84 East close to its intersection with Hallman Road. One of the involved vehicles was a 2016 Chevrolet 1500 truck that was heading eastbound at the time of the crash and struck a moped from behind.*