Erlanger, KY – Two Killed & Child Injured in Truck Crash on I-75
Erlanger, KY (December 10, 2020) – A major motor vehicle accident reported overnight in the Erlanger area claimed the lives of two victims while leaving another person seriously injured.
During the early morning hours of December 10, emergency crews responded to the site of a major motor vehicle collision on Interstate 75. Reports show that a white pickup truck and a construction truck collided on the southbound side of Interstate 75. The driver of the pickup truck, a 29-year-old male, and his front-seat passenger, a 32-year-old woman, were both fatally injured in the crash. Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene. Another person in the truck, a toddler, was rushed to Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center with life-threatening injuries. At this time, the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victims injured in this accident. We hope for their full recovery.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Kentucky
More than 1,000 people lose their lives in auto accidents in Ohio each year. These accidents are often preventable, yet we continue to witness the overwhelming consequences they have on families throughout the state. Not only are families overcome by emotional pain and suffering, but they are often forced to spend thousands of dollars on funeral arrangements and other costs. Though there have been endless measures taken to incorporate and improve safety features in vehicles, there is no way to guarantee the safety of vehicle occupants involved in collisions. We continue to see people lose their lives from collisions at an alarming rate.
Every year, more than 40,000 people lose their lives in motor vehicle accidents across the United States. We see our fair share of fatal accidents here in Ohio. Some of the most common causes of collisions include distracted or impaired drivers, drivers who fail to yield the right of way, and those who act recklessly while behind the wheel. When victims lose their lives in accidents, due to the negligence of other drivers, their families should seek legal guidance from a competent wrongful death attorney in Cincinnati, Ohio as soon as possible.
Our Cincinnati, Ohio auto accident attorneys at Burg Simpson have argued successfully on behalf of accident victims to ensure they are able to get the justice they deserve. Our team is committed to helping families rebuild their lives after losing loved ones and move forward in the best way imaginable. We strive to help families maximize their recoveries so they are able to cover the financial burdens they face moving forward. Our team takes great pride in helping grieving families hold negligent parties accountable for their actions. We strive to help change peoples’ lives for the better by providing aggressive and effective legal representation to them after enduring a tragic loss. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Cincinnati, Ohio at 800-713-9340 or 513-852-5600 to schedule a free case evaluation to see how our team can help you. By scheduling a free consultation at your earliest convenience, we can discuss the circumstances of your loved one’s accident to help you get the justice and compensation you rightfully deserve.
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