Marion, AL (April 18, 2024) – On Wednesday, April 17, a woman was killed after being fatally struck by a motor vehicle in the Marion area. The deadly accident took place on AL-233 near mile marker 13 early that morning around 3:45 a.m. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene after being notified of a serious pedestrian-vehicle crash.
It was later revealed that the victim was sitting on the highway as a Chevrolet C1500 pickup truck was traveling down the road. The pedestrian was hit by the oncoming pickup. Despite life-saving measures at the scene, the injured party suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The deceased party was later identified as 30-year-old Tiffany Matlock of Brilliant. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Pedestrian Crashes in Alabama
Thousands of Americans choose to walk every day when they jog or walk along roadways to travel from one area to another. Unfortunately, a pedestrian accident can happen when a car or a cyclist strikes a pedestrian. Roadways, parking lots, and driveways are common locations for pedestrian accidents, regardless of whether the person is moving or not. These severe crashes cause bodily harm, expensive medical care, missed income, decreased earning potential, and a lower standard of living overall. In a recent year, there were 6,205 pedestrian fatalities reported nationwide making up 17 percent of all traffic-related deaths that year. In a recent year, there were 85,000 pedestrian injuries from automobile accidents, a nearly one percent increase from the year before.
If someone close to you is unfairly killed in a pedestrian crash, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim with the help of a qualified Marion wrongful death lawyer. You should not leave your recovery to chance during this difficult time. If you are ready to get started on your case, contact the offices of Maloney-Lyons, LLC today at 251-225-6105.