Stone County, MS (April 14, 2023) – A woman who lost her life in a fatal traffic accident between a train and a minivan was identified as Shirley Holmes, 58. The crash occurred in Stone County at approximately 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 11.
Reports show the wreck occurred on Pump Branch Road in the Bond community. A train rear-ended a minivan and threw Holmes from the back of the van. Four other people inside the van at the time sustained injuries.
The area was blocked off by police while emergency responders were present, causing delays in traffic. Authorities in Stone County are still investigating the details of the accident.
Our thoughts are with everyone involved. We want to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Shirley Holmes.
Mississippi Train Crashes
Train accidents are not commonly compared to many other accidents in Mississippi and beyond. Railroad-related accidents have actually decreased over recent years but still lead to injuries every year. In 2019, in fact, over 7,900 people were injured in train accidents. In 2020, this decreased to less than 5,500 injuries. Passenger trains are always transporting millions of people across the country each day. This is why it is no surprise that train accidents continue to happen due to negligent acts. If you have been hurt in a train crash, you should have legal help by your side.
There are many common reasons for train accidents in Mississippi. These include some of the following:
- Negligence of an operator
- Faulty equipment on the train
- Human errors such as drunk driving or distractions
No matter what circumstances led up to your train accident, you should know that there are a variety of options available for you when it comes to recovery. Operators are supposed to use reasonable care to ensure that these accidents do not happen. If you have been hurt in a train crash, you should speak with a Stone County personal injury lawyer who has your best interests in mind.
Sadly, people sometimes sustain injuries that are so severe that they end up losing their lives. If you have recently lost a loved one in a train crash caused by negligence, a wrongful death lawyer in Stone County can help you get the financial compensation needed to pay for the costs related to the incident.
At Mama Justice, our attorneys are here to help you recover financially after you or someone you love has sustained serious injuries in an accident. A careful investigation by an attorney can help you determine what next steps should be taken as you move forward with a claim. Our attorneys will help you recover the compensation that you need and seek justice when it comes to moving forward. We will stand by your side every step of the way. Please do not hesitate to contact a train 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.
