Canton, GA – Arrest Made In Fatal March Head-On Collision
Canton, GA (April 25, 2023) – A Marietta man was arrested by Canton Police after causing a head-on collision while driving on the wrong side of the road.
Kevin Phyfe was taken into custody on Friday in relation to a fatal crash that occurred in March. The incident took place when Phyfe was driving his pickup truck on I-575, just south of the Riverstone Parkway northbound off-ramp.
Investigators suspect that Phyfe collided with an oncoming sedan while traveling in the wrong direction and under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The other driver sustained serious injuries but was discharged from the hospital shortly after and is now recovering at home. His passenger, Sebastian Alonzo Domingo, tragically died at the crash site.
Phyfe was also severely injured and hospitalized following the collision. He faces multiple charges, including:
- Reckless driving
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Driving on the wrong side of the roadway
- Serious injury by vehicle
- Homicide by vehicle in the 1st degree
Phyfe was released on bond after his arrest, and the date of his next court appearance has not been disclosed.
Canton Police continue to investigate the crash and are urging anyone with information about the case to contact the department at 770-720-4883.
Fatal Accidents In Georgia
Nobody knows how hazardous a car accident can actually be until it happens to them. Though most car accidents are minor fender-benders, others are incredibly catastrophic in nature and take the lives of those involved. In just one recent year’s time in the state of Georgia, it is estimated that 1,588 fatal car accidents took place, leading to the fatalities of 1,730 victims. Losing somebody close to you can be incredibly tough for your family, leaving you with many questions. This is why you should have an attorney on your side who has handled these claims in the past.
If you have experienced the unexpected loss of a loved one in a fatal car accident, you and your family will likely be feeling alone and confused. Speaking with an Atlanta car accident attorney can help you during these challenging times. As you work toward the financial compensation you deserve with the help of a legal advocate, you will find that there is time to take a breath and grieve the loss of your loved one. A wrongful death claim is not always easy to bring on your own, which is why you should speak with a knowledgeable Atlanta wrongful death and personal injury attorney as soon as possible.
Our attorneys at Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, are here to help you and your family after you have lost someone you love in a fatal accident. We have years of experience handling these complex claims and will aggressively fight to protect your rights in your time of need. You may find that you are eligible for some of the following financial aspects:
- Medical bills
- Lost income and future lost income
- Pain and suffering
- Funeral and burial expenses
Please do not hesitate to contact a personal injury or wrongful death attorney in Canton at 770-820-711 to find out what we can do for you at this time.
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