Killingworth, CT (August 5, 2024) – At around 12:30 p.m., on August 3, a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle in Killingworth. At this time, the details of the accident remain unclear, however, police say the wreck took place on Route 80 near Hemlock Drive. When paramedics arrived at the scene, the woman, said to be in her 60s, was unconscious but breathing. She was treated for injuries and transported to the hospital for further care by ambulance. Police in Killingworth continue to investigate the circumstances of the incident. The road was closed while crews worked in the area, and local drivers had to use different travel routes for the time being.
We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.
Connecticut Pedestrian Crashes
In the United States, car accidents have become a seriously dangerous issue. Every year, more than 6 million traffic accidents are reported throughout the country. These accidents cause around 3 million people to sustain injuries and approximately 40,000 to lose their lives annually. Unfortunately, more than 93% of these wrecks are caused by the actions of negligent drivers.
In the past decade, negligent driving has become the main cause of American car crashes. Some of the most common types of negligent driving in the United States at this time include:
- Distraction
- Intoxication
- Speeding
- Fatigue
Pedestrian-involved traffic accidents almost always end in injuries for pedestrians. According to statistics gathered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 51% of traffic accidents reported in the US involve pedestrians. Injuries suffered by pedestrians who are involved in traffic accidents are often severe and sometimes even deadly.
If you or someone you love has recently been hurt in a pedestrian crash caused by a negligent driver, you deserve to be able to recover without worrying about your finances. No one should ever have to worry about money at a time like this, especially if their injuries were imposed upon them by a person who acted recklessly, negligently, or maliciously. You or your family member may be facing losses and damages related to an accident including lost wages, medical bills, pain, suffering, emotional turmoil, and more. Contact a pedestrian crash attorney in Killingworth from our personal injury law firm, Kanca Law LLC, at 203-806-7003 to learn about how we can help you recover from such an experience. You should not have to worry about money at a time like this, which is why we are here to help you recover.
