A man passed away on Monday following a medical emergency while driving his Chevrolet pickup truck, which led to a crash in Henderson, Kentucky, according to officials. Authorities have yet to release the identity of the individual who lost their life in the accident that took place at approximately 3:40 p.m. near the intersection of...
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West Virginia’s New Rule on Right Turns at Red Lights: Everything Drivers Need to Know
Have you ever been in a situation where you were turning right on a red light in Charleston, West Virginia, only to narrowly avoid a collision with oncoming traffic? Right turns on red lights can be a convenient way to keep traffic flowing, especially in busy cities like Huntington. But it’s crucial to understand the...
Wrong-Way Driver Causes Fatal Crash on I-295: Jacksonville Man Arrested
DDN: According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Rodney Wesley was taken into custody for causing the collision on I-295 North on February 4 that claimed one life and injured two more. The circumstances surrounding the collision and Wesley’s capture are detailed in the JSO arrest reports. The arrest report states that on February 3, officers...
Arkansas’a New Rule on Right Turns at Red Lights: Everything Drivers Need to Know
Navigating traffic lights can be tricky, especially when it comes to right turns on red. While it seems like a time-saving maneuver, there are important safety considerations and legal implications to understand. This blog post dives deep into the Arkansas Right Turn on Red Rule (RTRR), providing clear explanations, safety tips, and potential consequences of...
55-Year-Old Man Airlifted After SUV Crashes Into Ditch on I-84 near Wendell; Dogs Taken In by Animal Control
WENDELL, Ida. (DDN) – On Monday, a 55-year-old man was hurt after his automobile crashed into a ditch beside Interstate 84. According to the Gooding County Sheriff’s Office, emergency services arrived at the freeway near milepost 149 at 2:33 p.m. after a black SUV mysteriously wound up in a ditch along the right shoulder of...
Virginia’s New Rule on Right Turns at Red Lights: Everything Drivers Need to Know
RICHMOND, Vir. (DDN) – A red traffic light is a universal symbol for stop. But in Virginia, like many other states, there’s a twist: a right turn on red might be allowed under certain circumstances. This can be convenient for drivers, but it’s crucial to understand the rules to avoid collisions and ensure safety on...
Man Dies in Atlanta Truck Crash, Police Suspect Death Not Caused by Collision
ATLANTA, Geor. (DDN) – After a truck accident in northwest Atlanta, officers are looking into the death of a man who was discovered at the scene. According to investigators, the crash occurred at a residence on S Eugenia Place at approximately 3 a.m. Officers arrived at the site and discovered that a red Ford pickup...
Officer Injured, Suspected Drunk Driver Arrested After Wrong-Way Crash in New Berlin
NEW BERLIN, Wisc. (DDN) – A driver, who was reportedly under the influence, found himself in a precarious situation when he drove the wrong way and collided head-on with a New Berlin police squad car on Sunday night. A three-vehicle crash occurred on Moorland Road in New Berlin around 10:24 p.m. A police officer suffered...
Driver Killed After Crashing Into Fence, Vehicle Bursts Into Flames in SLO County
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Cali. (DDN) – Lucio Ornelas Avina of Paso Robles was identified as the victim of a single-vehicle crash and fire in rural San Luis Obispo County last Thursday. On Monday afternoon, February 3, Ornelas Avina, 34, was driving a 2005 Ford Escape northbound on Creston Road, south of Camp 8 Road, at...
SUV Ripped in Half Violent Crash in Chicago, Driver Pronounced Dead at Scene
Chicago, Illi. (DDN) – A fiery crash rocked Chicago as the car involved in the crash was ripped in several pieces after the accident. A man died on Sunday night in the West Pullman area on the South Side of the city after he crashed his car and was thrown from the vehicle. The man...