Man struck by debris from two-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 65
MARSHALL, AR, (September 24, 2024) - The Marshall Police Department says debris from a Tuesday afternoon two-vehicle accident struck and killed a 22-year-old.
Dylan Reed was fatally injured Tuesday afternoon when he was struck by debris from a two-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 65 in Marshall.
According to authorities, a 2005 GMC pickup truck and a 2023 Ford Transit van collided along U.S. Highway 65 at approximately 2:15 p.m.
The force of the collision resulted in the Ford's bumper and roll-up door coming loose and striking Dylan Reed, who was standing in a nearby driveway. Tragically, Reed succumbed to his injuries.
The incident remains under investigation.
PEDESTRIAN ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
This tragic accident underscores the dangers that pedestrians face every day in this country.
According to data from the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of pedestrian fatalities in the United States has grown substantially faster than all other traffic deaths. An estimated 7,342 pedestrian fatalities occurred in 2021, an increase of 13 percent from the previous year.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined,” said Candice Bond, a Managing Partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, an experienced pedestrian attorney.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. The family of Dylan Reed may be entitled to a wrongful death claim.
“Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of income and companionship, pain and suffering, funeral expenses, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident,” said Formica.
Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide a family through this difficult time while protecting their rights.
“Insurance companies often try to pressure victims to settle for a quick payout for far less than the case is worth,” Formica noted. “However, an attorney will vigorously advocate for their client to ensure that they are treated with respect and compensated fairly.”
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