Cleveland, OH (April 18, 2022) – A man was arrested in connection with a fatal crash in Cleveland on Sunday morning, April 17. The deadly accident was reported at the intersection of E. 79th Street and Carnegie Avenue at around 3 a.m.
A 23-year-old man was driving when he ran a red light at the intersection. He was speeding when he crashed into a Hyundai Sonata. The driver of the Hyundai was transported to University Hospitals where he was later pronounced dead.
The deceased party was later identified as 25-year-old Sharde Stubbs. The other driver was taken into custody by local authorities.
An ongoing investigation into the deadly crash is underway.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal High-Speed Crashes in Ohio
Excess speeds have been involved in an estimated one-third of documented roadway fatalities in the United States in the last two decades, and speeding is known to increase the risk of a serious vehicle accident. Thousands of people die each year as a result of speeding drivers, and it is still a problem in Ohio.
Family members are often left in a difficult situation after a loved one’s life is tragically cut short due to the negligence of another, and recovering can be a battle for those left to pick up the pieces. People are naturally grieving, and filing a lawsuit is usually the last thing on their minds.
In contrast, a wrongful death lawsuit may be able to help your family recover financial compensation as a result of your tragic loss. Working with a skilled Cleveland serious injury lawyer can help you get a better settlement.
Wrongful Death Attorneys in Cleveland
Following the death of a loved one, we at Joseph Law Group go to great lengths to ensure that our clients receive the maximum amount of compensation possible. Our legal team has a track record of achieving positive results for our clients. Our wrongful death attorneys in Cleveland can assist your family in getting through this difficult time by providing emotional support and ensuring that the responsible party is held accountable. The first step in the recovery process is to file a claim against the at-fault party or their insurance provider.
Call a Cleveland car accident lawyer at 216-522-1600 if you have lost a family member in a fatal car accident.
Note: Our writers use outside sources when writing these posts. These outside sources include but are not limited to news outlet reports, local and state police accident reports, social media posts, eyewitness accounts, and other sources about accidents that take place in and around the Greater Cleveland area. We do not independently verify the facts surrounding this injury accident. If there is something inaccurate in our story, please notify us immediately so that we can correct the post as soon as possible. We will remove a story if requested.
Disclaimer: Our team of attorneys at Joseph Law Group has been helping injured victims and their families throughout the state of Ohio for decades. We hope that these posts will be a reminder to our community members to use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid and prevent being involved in a serious accident that results in injury. This is not a solicitation for business. None of the information in this post is intended to be medical or legal advice. The photo used in this post was not taken at the accident scene.
