Pascagoula, MS (November 16, 2022) – One person lost his life in a fatal auto accident reported in Pascagoula on the evening of November 16. At approximately 5:17 a.m., the wreck happened on Jerry St. Pé Highway.
Police in Pascagoula stated the incident took the life of Ronald Woon, age 49, of Vancleave. He was killed while riding his motorcycle on the highway.
Reports indicate the accident occurred when Wood was traveling south on the Pé highway on his motorcycle. He attempted to turn east onto the Homeport Causeway when a Mercedes headed north collided with him.
Wood was pronounced deceased on-site. Authorities in Pascagoula are still investigating the details of the incident.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Mississippi Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists are at extreme risk of becoming seriously injured if they become involved in a traffic accident. Due to being basically unprotected, they may even lose their lives if they end up in a collision. Every year in Mississippi, handfuls of lives are lost in motorcycle accidents. In 2015, approximately 37 people lost their lives due to Mississippi motorcycle crashes. If someone you love has recently lost their life in a motorcycle crash, you may be wondering where you can turn for help. It is important that you speak with a lawyer in the aftermath of an accident.
Speaking with a Pascagoula motorcycle accident attorney that you can trust can prove to be extremely helpful. As you grieve the loss of your family member, you may be worrying about how you’re going to pay for the costs related to their crash. These monetary losses can put you in a difficult position that you are unprepared for. This is why the help of an attorney can be extremely beneficial for you during this trying time.
At Mama Justice, our lawyers have diligently fought to preserve the legal rights of the surviving family members of those who have lost their lives in traffic accidents. If you are able to prove that another driver’s actions caused your loved one’s accident and ultimately their passing, you will be able to move on with the knowledge that your rights have been protected. You will be able to collect financial compensation for a wide array of aspects, including:
- Medical bills
- Lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial costs
We believe that you should never have to stand alone after a fatal accident. Please do not hesitate to contact a Biloxi motorcycle accident attorney at (888) 484-1476 to find out how we can help 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.
