Middletown, OH (July 21, 2024) – Police in the Middletown area responded to the scene of a serious crash on Saturday, July 20th. The accident was reported around 3:20 p.m. in the northbound lanes of Interstate 75 near State Route 122.
According to officials, there were at least two vehicles involved in the crash. The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported multiple serious injuries as a result of the collision. There is no update on the nature or the extent of the injuries at this time. The cause of the accident has not been revealed. No one involved was immediately identified. Two left-hand lanes of Interstate 75 were closed while police investigated the crash and cleared the scene. Motorists were advised to avoid the area and to find alternate routes of travel if possible. The crash remains under investigation. There is no further information available.
We would like to offer our thoughts and best wishes to all who were impacted by this car accident in Middletown.
Traffic Accidents in Ohio
Car accidents take place in Ohio hundreds of times per day. With an elaborate system of interstate highways, along with congested urban traffic in some areas, our state can be a dangerous place for motorists. Even in less-traveled areas accidents still frequently occur. No motorist is ever truly immune from the possibility a major collision. Due to negligent and careless drivers, these accidents can take place anywhere at any time.
Ohio car accidents can be caused by numerous types of negligent driving, including:
- Speeding
- Distraction
- Operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Failing to yield the right of way at stop signs and intersections
These and other forms of careless driving can result in serious injuries to innocent drivers and passengers. Last year, more than 60,000 people suffered injuries in Ohio car accidents. Many of these victims were injured in crashes that were not their fault.
Here at Attkisson Law Firm, we are here to help following a serious car accident. Our attorneys have multiple years of experience handling these types of cases, and we know what needs to be done to help you obtain the compensation you deserve. After the accident you will likely receive a call from the insurance company attempting to get you to settle your claim. It is important to remember that the adjuster is not on your side. Their only goal often is to settle your case as quickly and cheaply as possible. In order to ensure that your legal rights are protected, you should speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
Our team is here and ready to take your call at any time. If you or a loved one have been affected by a car accident in Ohio, you may be entitled to receive compensation for your injuries. The first step in the process is to understand and protect your legal rights. We offer free consultations for all potential clients. To speak with a car accident lawyer in Middletown, please give us a call any time at (937) 400-0000.
