Charleston, WV (May 7, 2025) – On Monday, May 5, a serious car crash in the Charleston area required support from local paramedics. The collision took place early that afternoon at around 3:23 p.m. at the intersection of Central Avenue and Russell Street. At least one person involved in the crash suffered injuries, and the crash victims were quickly treated by attending paramedics.

At this time, the severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been confirmed. The crash victims were later transferred to local hospitals after being treated by attending paramedics. The roadway was temporarily closed as emergency crews worked to clear the scene. Tow trucks were needed to remove the resulting wreckage and reopen the road to outside traffic. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. An ongoing crash investigation is in progress, and more information will be released as it continues.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

West Virginia Car Accidents

Charleston, WV - Central Ave & Russell St Crash Ends in InjuriesMost of us drive daily to get where we’re going. Sadly, the road is not very safe, and careless drivers can hurt you at any moment. In 2022, there were 1,664,598 injury crashes and 4,226,677 accidents that caused property damage on American roads. Collisions cost the state around $481.2 billion each year on average.

In 2022, 42,514 people died in car crashes in the United States. Statistics indicate that teens are the most likely age group to be involved in car crashes. Additionally, 77 percent of drivers have experienced at least one accident in their lifetime. Most Americans will be in three to four car crashes. Every 1000 miles driven, you have a one in 366 chance of crashing. If you or a loved one is hurt by a reckless motorist, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation with the guidance of a trained attorney. 

You might not know what steps are necessary to obtain the full compensation you deserve. You must partner with a competent Charleston car accident attorney to ensure your legal rights are secured at every stage of the case. Our legal team at Tiano O’Dell is here to help you during this time. If you are ready to begin your case with the assistance of a skilled legal team, call us today at (304) 720-6700. 

Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.

Disclaimer: This post is not intended to solicit business. The information provided should not be interpreted as medical or legal advice. The photo included in this post does not depict the actual accident scene.