Chelyan, WV (May 20, 2025) – A serious auto accident in the Chelyan area on Tuesday, May 20, required support from local paramedics. The collision was reported that morning at around 7:34 a.m. at the corner of MacCorkle Avenue SE and Howell Court. There were confirmed injuries at the scene.
Emergency responders were quickly dispatched in order to render aid to the involved parties. Ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to local hospitals for further treatment. At this time, no updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The roadway was temporarily closed while emergency crews were present. Tow trucks were needed to clear the site of the resulting debris and reopen the area to outside traffic. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being handled by local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Car Accidents in West Virginia
We live our lives on the road, and most of us drive every day to get where we need to go. Every year, numerous individuals in our wonderful state suffer injuries in crashes that are not their fault. A combined 281 people died in car accidents in West Virginia in 2021. That’s 1.572 deaths for every 100 million miles driven. On top of that, West Virginia has had an average of 20.56 deaths per 100,000 people over the last five years. In a recent year, car accidents in West Virginia caused serious injuries to about 906 people. State residents are almost three times as likely to die on country roads as on interstates. You may be able to be made whole again after a car crash by pursuing a strong personal injury claim with the help of a qualified attorney.
If a careless driver caused your injury, you should talk to an experienced legal team to make sure your legal rights are protected. The nature of your injuries is irrelevant. You have legal rights as a West Virginia resident, and the at-fault party should be held accountable for their actions. Contact a trained West Virginia car accident lawyer at Tiano O’Dell, PLLC, today at (304) 720-6700. Our legal team is here to answer any questions you may have during a free initial consultation, and we can help you navigate the complicated claims process.
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