Emerson, OH (January 31, 2024) – An injury crash was reported in Dayton on Tuesday, January 30th. The accident was reported at 7;40 a.m. on Emerson Avenue near the intersection with Salem Avenue.
According to a report from the scene, Cynthia Gray, of Dayton, was driving a red 2021 Chevrolet Malibu northwest on Emerson. At the same time, another driver was traveling behind Gray as she slowed her vehicle. The driver failed to reduce their speed and collided with the back of Gray’s car. The driver of the second vehicle was not immediately identified. Gray suffered injuries in the accident and was transported to Kettering Health Dayton for treatment. Her condition is not know at this time but her injuries are non-life-threatening. The road was closed as police conducted an investigation into the accident. Drivers were told to avoid the scene and to find alternate routes of travel if possible.
The crash remains under investigation at this time. There is no additional information available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and well wishes to those who were affected by this injury crash in Dayton. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.
Ohio Car Accidents
Injury accidents take place multiple times across Ohio every day. Being the victim of one of these crashes means that your life can be drastically affected in a number of ways. The accident can lead to serious physical suffering. Additionally, victims can suffer both emotional and financial harm as well. The aftermath of the an accident can lead to an inability to work and to perform activities that you once enjoyed.
The large majority of car accidents in Ohio and across the country are caused by negligent or careless drivers. These motorists choose to violate the traffic rules and laws and in the process cause accidents that affect innocent victims. An Ohio car accident may be caused by any number of factors, including:
- Speeding
- Operating a vehicle under the influence or OVI
- Texting while driving and other forms of distraction
- Failure to yield the right of way or stop at traffic signals
- Drowsiness
- Equipment and vehicle failure
The causes of accidents include these factors and others. Following the crash, police will conduct a careful investigation into the accident and its circumstances. The goal is to determine which driver should be held legally responsible for the crash. Following the investigation, officers may issue charges against one of the drivers involved if they believe that a traffic law was broken leading to the crash.
At Attkisson Law Firm, we are here for you during your time of need. We have a team of skilled and experienced attorneys who can help you achieve your legal goals and obtain the compensation that you deserve. When you are in need of a tough and aggressive law firm, you can count on us to deliver the results that you need. Our firm provides free consultations for all potential clients. To schedule your time to speak with a Dayton car accident attorney, please give us a call at (937) 400-0000.
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Disclaimer: For many years, the attorneys at Attkisson Law Firm have dedicated themselves to assisting injured accident victims and their families throughout Ohio. We want to encourage everyone to slow down and operate motor vehicles with caution. Please note this post is not an attempt to solicit business. The information provided herein should not be considered medical or legal advice. Additionally, the photograph accompanying this post was not taken at the accident scene.
