Marion Co., KY (November 6, 2024) – A man was arrested for vehicular homicide, among other charges, after a deadly crash in Marion County. The wreck took the lives of two individuals, according to information provided by Kentucky State Police. Troopers were dispatched to the scene of a two-car accident on US 68 near Jessietown Road at approximately 6:20 p.m. on November 3. The driver who caused the crash was allegedly charged with first-degree assault, intoxicated driving, first-degree wanton endangerment, and vehicular homicide. Police in Marion County continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the families of the deceased victims.
Kentucky Car Crashes
Kentucky experiences an alarming number of traffic accidents each year. On average, the state sees around 130,000 traffic accidents per year, which cause property damages, injuries, and fatalities. In 2022, over 700 people lost their lives in traffic accidents in the Bluegrass State. Deadly accidents often involve impaired drivers, which remains a substantial problem in Kentucky.
Across the United States, intoxicated driving causes over 13,000 people to lose their lives per year. Other forms of negligent driving, like speeding and distraction, also cause a significant number of accidents and fatalities yearly. When you or someone you love has been hurt in a crash caused by a negligent driver, you should be able to recover without worrying about your finances. Working with a skilled attorney can help you do that.
The only experience more devastating than being hurt in an accident is losing a loved one in the same manner. You may be able to collect financial compensation when you work with a wrongful death attorney in Marion County if you have recently lost someone you love in a fatal accident.
Call the Byrnes Law Office at 502-364-2500 to learn how a car crash lawyer can help you recover. Our law firm has been working for decades to help crash victims, and their loved ones get the financial compensation they need and deserve after devastating accidents. Contact our firm to learn how we can help you through this difficult time.