Jackson, MS (December 11, 2022) – One person lost their life in a car accident reported in Rankin County on Friday afternoon, December 9. The fatality was confirmed by Rankin County Coroner David Ruth.
According to information from local reports, the accident occurred on Spillway Road near Martin Drive. At this time, the deceased individual’s identity has not been released.
Police stated that the accident was a head-on crash between an SUV and a truck pulling a trailer. A passenger present in the truck was pronounced deceased on-site. The driver and passenger of the other vehicle were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. We hope for the full recovery of those with injuries.
Mississippi Auto Accidents
Auto accidents take hundreds of lives in Mississippi every year. In 2017, reports concerning fatal Hundreds of people are killed as a result of fatal car accidents in the state of Mississippi each year. In 2017, it was reported that nearly 700 people lost their lives in fatal auto accidents throughout the Magnolia State. These collisions can happen in numerous ways, however, some of the most catastrophic types of vehicle accidents are rollovers.
Over 2% of auto accidents were rollovers in one recent year. This may seem like a small percentage, however, most rollover crashes end in severe injuries or even fatalities. If you have recently lost a loved one in a fatal accident, speaking with a lawyer who you can trust is in your best interest.
Losing someone you love in a car accident can affect your life in many different ways. With the help of a skilled car crash attorney, you can rest assured that your legal rights are protected during these trying times. While you’re grieving the immeasurable loss of someone you love, you may be wondering how you’re going to cover the costs related to their accident. You should not have to deal with these stressful issues by yourself, which is why speaking with a lawyer is crucial. Call a Jackson wrongful death attorney as soon as you can to learn how you can get help recovering after losing someone you love in a serious car accident.
Our lawyers at Mama Justice are here for you after you’ve sustained the loss of someone you love in a fatal crash. We will be in your corner at every turn while we help you navigate the Mississippi legal system. No one is ever ready to lose a loved one in a fatal accident. Our lawyers will help ensure you have the resources necessary to file a successful wrongful death claim for financial compensation. Please contact a wrongful death attorney by calling (888) 484-1476 for more information on your available options.
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Disclaimer: We at MW Law Firm – Mama Justice, have worked hard to become valued members of the Northern Mississippi business community. We write these posts to bring awareness to the dangers of driving in hopes that our fellow community members will use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle. The information in this post is not intended to be medical or legal advice. The photographs used in this post are not taken at the actual accident scene.
