Dayton, OH (March 3, 2024) – Officials in Dayton responded to the scene of a pedestrian crash with injuries on Sunday morning, March 3rd. The crash took place just before 7:00 a.m. in the 200 block of South Harbine Avenue.
According to a report from the Montgomery County Regional Dispatch, the victim was walking in an alley when they were hit by a vehicle. Paramedics and fire crews responded to the area and found the victim suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. The injured individual was treated at the scene and was then transported to an area hospital for further treatment. No description of the vehicle was provided. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and to find alternate routes of travel if possible. It is unclear at this time how the collision took place. The injured victim’s identity has not been released.
An investigation remains ongoing. No further information is available.
We want to offer our thoughts and best wishes to the victim following this pedestrian accident in Dayton. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Ohio 
According to statistics from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, there were 14,466 reported pedestrian crashes in our state between 2017 and 2022. When compared to the rest of the state, the pedestrian crash rate in Montgomery County is fairly high. During that same time period, 884 pedestrian accidents were reported in and around the Dayton area. Statistics also tell us that pedestrians are very likely to suffer injuries as a result of a crash, with more than 80% of Ohio pedestrian accidents resulting in injuries, many of them being serious in nature.
When you have been affected by a pedestrian crash, you likely have questions surrounding your legal rights and options. Fortunately, there is help available. Under Ohio’s personal injury laws, victims can seek compensation if the crash was not their fault. Many pedestrians are in fact innocent victims, and are struck by careless drivers while the pedestrian has the right of way. If you have been injured in an accident, you should speak with an attorney regarding your case right away.
Here at Attkisson Law Firm, we represent people who have been hurt in traffic accidents in the greater Dayton area. Our firm has many years of experienced assisting individuals. We use this experience to help you obtain the compensation that you need and deserve. Before you speak with the insurance company or another third party, you should reach out to us to see how we can be of assistance. Your time to act may be limited so it is important to contact our office as soon as possible.
Our firm is standing by to speak with you now. We provide free consultations for all potential and prospective clients. There is no financial obligation until we have obtained a recovery for you. When you need a tough and aggressive law firm, you can count on us for the help that you need. Our Dayton pedestrian accident attorneys will be in your corner you need us the most. To schedule your appointment, please contact us at 937-632-1175.
Note: Our team of writers utilizes a variety of external sources to gather information to produce this post. These sources range from news outlet reports and local and state police reports to social media posts, eyewitness accounts, and other relevant data concerning accidents in Dayton and throughout Ohio. While we strive for accuracy, we do not independently verify the facts surrounding these injury accidents. If you discover any inaccuracies in our reports, please inform us immediately. We are committed to correcting errors -promptly. Additionally, we will consider removing a story if requested.
Disclaimer: For many years, the attorneys at Attkisson Law Firm have dedicated themselves to assisting injured accident victims and their families throughout Ohio. We want to encourage everyone to slow down and operate motor vehicles with caution. Please note this post is not an attempt to solicit business. The information provided herein should not be considered medical or legal advice. Additionally, the photograph accompanying this post was not taken at the accident scene.
