Natchez, MS (February 11, 2023) – A pedestrian accident happened in Natchez that took the life of one person on Monday evening, February 6. The wreck occurred just before 7:30 p.m.
According to reports, an unidentified pedestrian was hit by a car on Morgantown Road. The driver contacted the police and stayed at the scene, according to reports from authorities.
At this time, the victim has not been identified. Authorities continue to investigate the details of the accident.
Morgantown Road was blocked for some time while crews worked at the scene. Police urged local drivers to use different routes for the time being.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim.
Mississippi Pedestrian Collisions
Pedestrians are the most at-risk parties on our roads when it comes to accidents. This is due to the fact that pedestrians have no protection from harm when involved in an accident with a large vehicle. Between the years 2017 and 2018, it was reported that Mississippi saw a 42% increase in pedestrian-related fatalities. Hundreds of people lose their lives as a result of pedestrian accidents in Mississippi every year. Facing the loss of a loved one can take you by surprise and leave you feeling both helpless and alone. If you have lost someone you love in a pedestrian accident, you should speak with an attorney that you can trust.
The loss of a loved one can affect your life in a variety of ways after a pedestrian accident. As you are grieving the loss of your loved one, you may wonder how you will afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. You should never have to face these aspects on your own, especially when you are experiencing financial ruin due to an accident. It is crucial that you seek the immediate assistance of a Natchez wrongful death attorney in your dire time of need.
At Mama Justice, we have diligently assisted those who have lost loved ones in fatal pedestrian accidents over the years. If your life has been turned upside-down due to a fatal crash, our attorneys will stand by your side every step of the way. Having an attorney on your side can greatly lessen any stress that you may be experiencing due to your losses. We will help you work toward the compensation that you deserve for a wide array of financial aspects, including some of the following:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Therapy costs
- Funeral and burial costs
If you have lost someone you love in an accident, we will stand by your side. Please do not hesitate to contact a pedestrian accident attorney at (888) 484-1476 for more information on how we can assist you.
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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.
