Winston-Salem, NC (December 6, 2018) – Police responded to a pedestrian accident where they say a woman named Teresa Lewis was seriously injured due to the negligence of another driver.
The accident took place on Tuesday evening, December 4, at the Economy Inn on National Boulevard. Police originally responded to the scene because they heard that shots had been fired and a fight broke out in the area.
Police arrived and found Lewis seriously injured with a bad head injury. A vehicle involved in the incident had knocked her to the ground. Lewis was transported to the Wake Forest Baptist Hospital by medical helicopter due to the severe injuries.
The driver of the vehicle that struck her, as well as one other person at the scene, were immediately arrested.
Police continue to investigate the incident.
We wish to extend our sincere sympathies to those involved in this accident with the hopes that the injured pedestrian will be able to recover from her serious injuries. You are never alone during this difficult time.
Pedestrian Accident in North Carolina
Pedestrians are at a particular risk on our roads. In fact, North Carolina ranked 7th highest in the United States when it comes to pedestrian fatalities. This is due to the fact that many motor vehicle drivers do not look out for the well-being of these highly vulnerable parties on our roads.
If you have been seriously injured due to the negligence of another party, you need a personal injury law firm that you can rely on. At the Nye Law group, we specialize in a variety of different personal injury cases and have achieved proven case results for a variety of clients dealing with the aftermath of pedestrian accidents in the past. We are here for you 24/7 when you need us working on your side toward compensation. Contact us today for more information at 912-200-5230.
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Disclaimer: We at Nye Law Group pride ourselves as members of our local community and strive to improve the overall safety and wellbeing of everyone in our state. Our deepest condolences go out to those injured in these accidents, and we hope that by promoting an awareness of these dangers, our community can take the steps necessary to avoid them. These posts are not a solicitation for business, and the information provided should not be mistaken as medical or legal advice.