Lumpkin County, GA (December 29, 2018) – A rescue team arrived at the scene of a DUI accident where a 2-month old and mother were pulled out of a Ford Ranger.
The incident took place yesterday, December 28, when a Ford Ranger traveled into Clay Creek. The driver was identified as 29-year-old Andrea Marie McMeans, who had been driving around a curve when she was involved in the accident. The vehicle went down an embankment and struck a tree.
The Ranger was pulled 300 feet downstream and came to a rest in the middle of the creek facing northbound. McMeans and the 2-month-old were taken to the hospital with a variety of injuries, but they are expected to recover.
McMeans received charges of DUI endangerment and more.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the parties involved in this accident, including to the child who has received injuries in this accident. Any time a child has been injured in an accident, the accident is taken very seriously. It is essential to know that you and your loved ones have many rights after these difficult times.
DUI Accident in Georgia
DUI accidents are some of the most serious types of accidents that happen in Georgia every year. Between 2003-2012, 3,699 people were killed in accidents involving a drunk driver across Georgia. Many more would be hospitalized in these serious accidents that happen due to the negligence of other parties. Our car accident attorneys in Georgia are here for you in your time of need if you are someone who has been injured or a loved one has been affected by one of these accidents.
Our accident attorneys at the Nye Law Group are fully devoted to taking your case and helping you along this problematic path, especially when a child has been injured in an accident. We wish to hold a reckless party liable for your injuries or the injuries of a loved one and answer any questions you may have during this difficult time. We are here for you 24/7. We will help you obtain case results you can rely on when you need our help the most. Contact us today for more information at 912-200-5230.
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