Trotwood, OH (January 19, 2024) – The Trotwood Police Department responded to the scene of a car accident with injuries on Tuesday, January 16th. The collision happened around 10:00 a.m. on Salem Avenue near the intersection with Turner Road.

According to a report from officials, Christian Hinton, of Dayton, was driving a 2010 Dodge Ram on Salem Avenue when he arrived at the intersection with Turner Road. Hinton failed to stop at a stop sign and proceeded into the intersection. While in the intersection, his vehicle collided with a 2010 Dodge Charger driven by Charlene Alexander, of Dayton. A young child in Alexander’s vehicle suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The child was taken to Dayton Children’s Hospital for further treatment. There is no word on their condition or the extent of their injuries at this time. No additional injuries were reported as a result of the accident. Hinton was charged with failing to stop at a stop light or stop sign.

The accident remains under investigation at this time. There is no additional information available.

We want to offer our thoughts and best wishes to those who were affected by this car accident in Trotwood. We hope for a complete and speedy recovery.

Car Accidents in Ohio  Trotwood, OH – Child Hurt in Two-Car Crash on Salem Ave.

Ohio has more than 4 million registered motor vehicles on its roadways. In any given year, more than 250,000 car accidents will be reported leading to more than 60,000 injuries. Each day, most people get into a vehicle in order to travel to and from their intended destinations. No one ever expects that their trip will end with a car accident. However, at the same time, a majority of people will experience a crash at least once at some point in their lives. In some cases, these accidents will also unfortunately result in injuries to innocent victims.

An Ohio car accident can be a serious event that can affect many aspects of your life. The crash can impact you financially by hindering your ability to work and earn a living. Physically, the pain from your injuries can also take its toll, while the accident can also carry heavy emotional and psychological burdens. The aftermath of a crash can affect your ability to enjoy many of the activities that you once enjoyed on a daily basis.

Here at Attkisson Law Firm, we know how a crash can turn your world upside down in just a matter of seconds. We represent injured victims and seek compensation on their behalf when they were hurt due to someone else’s reckless actions. If you or a family member have been injured in a crash in Dayton or the surrounding areas, you should give us a call at the soonest possible time.

We are standing by to speak with you now. Our firm always offers free consultations and case evaluations for all potential and prospective clients. When you need a tough and reliable law firm, you can count on us to produce results. To schedule your time to speak with a car accident lawyer in Trotwood, please contact us using our online intake form or give us a call at (937) 632-1175.

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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.