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An accident involving a passenger vehicle and an airport shuttle left two people injured and two dead. The crash happened near Glenwood Ave at I-540 in Raleigh, near Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The driver of the bus was not hurt in the crash. The accident happened at an intersection where the shuttle bus reportedly had the green light. The Raleigh Police Department arrived at the scene and began an investigation.
Investigation is Ongoing
An investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing. Preliminary reports state that the 70-year-old driver of a Nissan Altima allegedly ran a red light, slamming into a Fast Pak airport shuttle bus. Fast Park is a free shuttle service that operates between long-term airport parking lots and the airport terminals. The impact caused the shuttle bus to roll onto its side. Four passengers were injured and transported to the hospital. Two of the passengers, a husband and wife, later died from their injuries. Their juvenile child was among those injured and is recovering.
Preliminary Investigation
Raleigh police officers on the scene completed a preliminary investigation. They found that the airport shuttle bus was traveling west on Lumley Road, towards the airport, and had the right of way when it entered the intersection. The Nissan Altima was going south on the Glenwood Ave ramp when it disobeyed a red light and hit the bus. The impact was strong enough to roll the bus, and it came to a stop on its side. The crash happened slightly after 3 pm, and the weather was clear. Two victims were transported to the hospital in critical condition, and two were suffering non-life-threatening injuries.
Citations Issued
Raleigh police issued a number of citations to the driver of the Nissan Altima. Violations include two counts of involuntary manslaughter, two counts of death by vehicle, driving without a license, reckless driving that resulted in serious injuries, failure to stop at a red light, and a vehicle violation of unsafe tires. These are serious criminal charges that could result in severe penalties if convicted. Whether convicted of criminal charges or not, the families of the victims may file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Wrongful Death Lawsuits in North Carolina
A wrongful death lawsuit may be filed by the official executor or personal representative of the deceased to seek compensation for damages. Damages may include such things as medical expenses, funeral costs, pain and suffering, loss of consortium, loss of income, and more. A wrongful death claim must be filed within two years of the date of death. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney will answer your questions and review your case to determine your options.
If your loved one died as the result of an accident that was not their fault, you may be able to get compensation. While there is nothing that you can do to bring back your loved one, you can seek justice for the negligent act. Contact our legal team at Arnold & Smith, PLLC, at (704) 370-2828 to request a free initial consultation.
The skilled personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are dedicated to maximizing the financial recovery and obtaining justice for every personal injury client injured by another party’s negligence. The issues our personal injury clients may be facing include, but are not limited to, slip and fall injuries, wrongful death, product liability, catastrophic injuries, dog bite claims, car and truck accident injuries, motorcycle injuries, traumatic brain injury (TBI), nursing home negligence, spinal cord injury and boating accidents. Our personal injury attorneys understand the devastating impact such an injury can have on a person’s life, and that the effects so often go beyond physical pain and suffering. The personal injury attorneys at Arnold & Smith, PLLC are dedicated to helping clients determine the strength of their claims, and to aggressively pursuing the means necessary to achieve the best possible end result for each client’s particular situation.
Source:
https://www.ncleg.net/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/BySection/Chapter_28A/GS_28A-18-2.html
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