McCreary Co., KY (June 18, 2024) – State police in Kentucky were sent to the scene of an auto accident in McCreary County on Monday, June 17. Two vehicles collided at approximately 5:30 p.m. on US-27 near the Southern Highway. One of the drivers involved, identified as Cameron D. Burke, 19, Of Stearns, lost their life in the accident. Police say Burke was partially ejected from the vehicle due to the wreck. Two passengers in one of the vehicles were flown to the University of Tennessee Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. Their identities have not been reported.
We want to offer our sincere condolences to the deceased victim’s family.
Kentucky Car Wrecks
Auto accidents happen constantly in the United States and across Kentucky. Each year, more than 6 million vehicle accidents are reported throughout the country. Approximately 3 million individuals end up with injuries due to these wrecks while more than 40,000 end up losing their lives. In Kentucky, tens of thousands of people sustain injuries in auto accidents that mostly happen due to negligence.
According to information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, driver negligence causes over 93% of reported auto accidents in the United States. Some common types of negligent driving include:
- distraction
- Intoxication
- Speeding
- Fatigue
When you or someone you love has been hurt in a traffic accident that you believe was caused by a negligent driver, you deserve to be able to recover without having to worry about money. No one should have to pay for suffering injuries due to the careless actions of others.
At Byrnes Law Office, our skilled team of car accident attorneys has been helping crash victims and their family members recover for decades. We will build you a strong case for compensation so you can get the money you need to pay for the damages that may have been imposed upon you.
We know that few things are worse than being hurt in an accident, however losing a loved one can be devastating. If you have lost a family member in a traffic accident that you believe was caused by a negligent driver, you should consider working with a wrongful death lawyer in McCreary County. Call our office at 502-364-2500 to learn about how we can help you through this troubling time.