Elberta, AL – Child Seriously Hurt in Hit-&-Run on Krehling Rd

Elberta, AL (March 22, 2024) – On Monday, March 18, there were serious injuries after a hit-and-run accident in the Elberta area. The crash occurred on Krehling Road early that morning at around 10 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a pedestrian-vehicle accident. 

A child was hit by a black SUV, and the driver proceeded to flee the scene without providing aid. The injured party was treated by attending medical personnel. They were later airlifted to a local hospital for treatment of serious injuries. Authorities later apprehended a suspect in connection with the accident. No further information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.

Hit-&-Run Crashes in Alabama

Any type of crash can be a traumatic event. However, when the at-fault party tries to flee the scene and escape responsibility, it can feel even more devastating. Unfortunately, the number of crashes involving drivers who flee the scene has increased significantly in recent years. Statistics show that the number of injury hit-and-runs in the United States increased by nearly 21.9 percent in a recent ten-year period, growing from 59,854 in 2012 to 194,918 in 2021. A total of 1,992,143 people were injured in these crashes during that time. The majority of fatal hit-and-runs involve pedestrians and cyclists, both of which are more likely to suffer fatal injuries in the event of an accident. However, when a driver flees the scene, these types of travelers are often unable to get the treatment they desperately need. 

Drivers are known to engage in reckless actions behind the wheel, leaving many with serious and even life-threatening injuries. The chances of being hurt are present any time you are on the road. You do not want to find yourself trying to pursue the complicated claims process while also trying to cope with life-changing injuries. You do not have to seek compensation on your own. A trained legal team can help you every step of the way to make sure your right to compensation is protected at every stage of your case. 

The steps you take after a serious crash are important in your recovery. If you or someone close to you is unfairly hurt in an auto accident, you need to partner with a trained Elberta personal injury lawyer who can help you navigate the complicated claims process. The skilled legal team at Maloney-Lyons, LLC is ready to get to work on your case and fight for your full and fair compensation. You can know that your case is in good hands when you work with our qualified team of attorneys. If you are ready to get to work on your case, we are just a phone call away. Contact our offices today at 251-225-6105 to get started on your case.