Atlanta, GA (August 7, 2025) – A woman lost her life Monday night after being struck by a vehicle in southeast Atlanta.
According to Atlanta Police, officers responded to the 3500 block of Jonesboro Road SE following reports of a pedestrian collision.
When they arrived, they found the woman unresponsive, and she was pronounced dead at the scene.
The department’s Accident Investigation Unit is working to determine the circumstances surrounding the deadly incident. Additional information has not yet been released.
Our thoughts are with those affected by this accident.
Georgia Pedestrian Accidents
Each year, Georgia sees hundreds of fatal pedestrian accidents, with a significant number taking place in busy metro areas like Atlanta. High-traffic corridors such as Peachtree Street, Memorial Drive, and state highways are especially dangerous for those on foot due to speeding vehicles, limited visibility, and the sheer volume of traffic. Data from the Georgia Department of Transportation shows that pedestrian fatalities remain a major public safety concern across the state.
These tragic crashes often occur under preventable circumstances, including:
Failure to Yield at Crosswalks: Drivers who ignore traffic signals or fail to slow down for pedestrians in marked or unmarked crosswalks can cause deadly collisions, particularly in areas with heavy foot traffic.
Distracted Driving: Even a momentary distraction—checking a phone, adjusting a GPS, or looking away from the road—can mean the difference between life and death for someone crossing the street.
Speeding in Urban Areas: In city environments, higher speeds drastically increase the severity of injuries in a crash. A pedestrian struck at 40 mph is far less likely to survive than one hit at 20 mph.
Poor Lighting and Visibility: Many fatal pedestrian accidents happen at night or in low-light conditions, when drivers fail to spot someone walking along the roadway or crossing mid-block.
Losing a loved one in a pedestrian crash leaves families facing immense grief alongside legal and financial challenges. At Karma Injury Law, we understand how devastating these incidents are, and we’re here to help you pursue justice.
Our compassionate and experienced wrongful death attorneys offer free consultations and will guide you through every step—from investigating the crash and determining fault to handling negotiations with insurance companies and fighting for the compensation your family needs.
You don’t have to face this difficult time alone. Call Karma Injury Law today at (678) 607-8312 and let us stand by your side with the strong, dedicated representation you deserve.
Notes: Our writers rely on multiple external sources to create this accident news post, including local and national news reports, police accident reports, and, sometimes, eyewitness accounts of injury accidents in Georgia. If you find any inaccuracies in this post, please contact Karma Injury Law promptly so we can make corrections. We will also remove the post upon request.
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