Jackson, MS (November 6, 2021) – Around 3:25 a.m. on the morning of Friday, November 5, a hit-and-run pedestrian crash occurred at an intersection in Jackson.
According to Jackson Police, the accident happened at the intersection of Clinton Boulevard and Westhaven Boulevard. A male was walking in the area when he was suddenly struck by an SUV as he started to cross the intersection. The SUV driver did not remain at the scene following the collision.
Paramedics, fire crews, and numerous other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The male pedestrian was traumatically injured and pronounced dead at the scene. Nobody else was injured in the accident.
Due to the severity of the accident, the intersection was blocked for a period of time. Police did not say if they found the driver responsible for the accident.
The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in Mississippi
Pedestrians are known for being the most at-risk parties on our roads in the state of Mississippi. This is due to the fact that they have no protection from harm in the event of an accident involving a vehicle. Out of the many pedestrian accidents that occur every year, approximately 30% of these fatal accidents happen at our intersections. Hundreds of people are killed in pedestrian accidents within the state of Mississippi every single year. The truth is, many of these accidents can be prevented when drivers pay close attention to the roads around them. Losing somebody close to you in a pedestrian accident can affect your life in many ways. Because of this, you should have the experienced help of an attorney on your side.
The loss of a loved one due to a pedestrian accident can affect your life in a variety of ways. If you have suffered from these extensive losses, you may wonder where you can turn. Families may wonder how they will afford to pay the bills that pile up against them after they have lost someone closest to them and are grieving. You should never have to worry about these financial aspects entirely on your own. If you have lost someone close to you in a pedestrian accident, you should speak with a Jackson wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
Jackson Pedestrian Accident Attorneys
Our dedicated attorneys at MW Law Firm – Mama Justice are here to help you move forward after you have lost somebody close to you in a pedestrian accident. We believe that you have every right to hold a responsible party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. We will stand by your side every step of the way as you navigate the legal system for the first time. Our attorneys will assist you along the often problematic path toward compensation for a wide array of financial damages. Please do not hesitate to contact an accident attorney in Jackson at (662) 262-6264 for more information on how we can assist you at this time.
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