Middletown, OH (June 2, 2024) – A 6-year-old boy was injured in a crash that took place in Middletown on Saturday, June 1st. The accident took place around 6:00 p.m. on Hendrickson Road near the intersection with Audubon Rd.
According to a report from the scene, 30-year-old Danielle Briggs, of Franklin, was driving an SUV eastbound on Hendrickson when she struck the boy. The victim was taken to Atrium Medical Center and was later transported to Dayton Children’s Hospital with serious injuries. The road was shut down for several hours as officials investigated the accident and cleared the scene. No other injuries were reported. Drivers were asked to find alternate routes of travel. There is no word on whether any charges are expected to be filed at this time. An investigation into the accident is ongoing. No further details are available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and well wishes to those who were affected by this pedestrian accident in Middletown. We hope for a full recovery.
Pedestrian Accidents in Ohio
An Ohio pedestrian accident can lead to serious, life-altering consequences for victims. Each year, approximately 3,000 pedestrian accidents are reported across our state. These incidents have a much higher injury rate than traffic accidents involving motor vehicles and other types of collisions that take place on our roadways. Pedestrians are extremely vulnerable victims and usually have little time to avoid the potential of a serious crash. Many Ohio pedestrian accidents take place in intersections and occur when a driver fails to yield the right of way to a pedestrian.
If you have been affected by an Ohio pedestrian accident, you could have certain legal rights. In the aftermath of a collision, the most important thing is to obtain medical care as soon as possible. Seeking medical assistance not only supports your claim for injuries, but more importantly it assures that you will be appropriately treated before your condition worsens. Many injuries in pedestrian accidents and other traffic collisions are not readily apparent at first. It may take days or even weeks before the pain truly starts to manifest itself. Obtaining early treatment can help to prevent these injuries from worsening.
Once you have sought appropriate medical treatment for your injuries, your next step should be to call an experienced pedestrian accident attorney. At Attkisson Law Firm, our team has handled injury cases for hundreds of clients and their family members. During this time, we have recovered millions of dollars on behalf of injured victims. The aftermath of a pedestrian accident or other type of crash can be serious and it is important to have the best team by your side during this time.
We are here to speak with you about your case. Our firm always provides free consultations for all potential and prospective clients. Most injury cases are handled on a contingency fee basis so there is no financial obligation until we obtain a recovery for you. To schedule your appointment with one of our Middletown pedestrian accident lawyers, please reach out to us using our online intake form or give us a call at 937-276-9700.
