Clendenin, WV (June 23, 2025) – On Sunday, June 22, a serious auto accident in Clendenin required support from local paramedics. Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene at around 5:53 p.m. Initial reports indicated that the collision took place at the 1051 block of River Haven Road. The victim was on foot when they were hit by the oncoming motor vehicle.
At least one person involved in the crash was hurt, but the extent and number of the related injuries have not yet been confirmed. The injured parties were treated by attending medical personnel, and those needing further support were later transferred to nearby hospitals by ambulance. No updates on the conditions of the involved parties have been provided. The circumstances leading to the crash have not yet been determined. However, local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident, and more updates will be provided as the investigation continues.
Our best wishes go out to the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Pedestrian Crashes in West Virginia
More than 8,000 pedestrians lost their lives in auto accidents in the United States in 2022. That’s 64 fatalities each hour. Approximately 140,000 pedestrians suffered injuries in non-fatal traffic incidents during that year. In the last year, pedestrians were responsible for around one in five traffic fatalities. Pedestrian deaths have increased by 83 percent since 2009 and now account for 18 percent of all collision fatalities. The vast majority of these collisions occur in cities. In 2020, there were 16,000 pedestrian fatalities and 54,000 injuries from auto accidents. Every 10 minutes, a pedestrian is injured, and every 81 minutes, a pedestrian is killed in an automobile accident.
After you or a loved one is injured in a traffic accident by a careless motorist, you might be able to pursue a claim for compensation with the assistance of a skilled legal team. Tiano O’Dell is here to fight fiercely for justice and fair compensation on your behalf.
Your entire way of life may be in jeopardy following a pedestrian collision. Your life may be extremely difficult as a result of your injuries and missed income, so it’s critical that you are able to battle for the full amount of money you are entitled to. Working with our knowledgeable team of car accident lawyers will increase your chances of receiving the highest settlement for your case. Give our reputable lawyers at Tiano O’Dell a call 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.
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