A 17-year-old girl in Davidson County, North Carolina (NC), died from injuries suffered after she was thrown from an ATV near her home in Kernersville. According to MY Fox 8 online, the teen was a passenger on the all-terrain vehicle when the fatal accident occurred. The ATV appears to have hit an embankment and rolled, which caused the deadly injuries.
Our deepest condolences go out to the victim’s family. This accident is a tragic reminder of just how risky ATVs can be.
Several pressing questions remain unanswered about this accident. Could the ATV operator have done something to prevent the wreck from occurring. At what speed were the victim’s friend operating the vehicle? Did the ATV have any mechanical issues? An investigation is ongoing.
To learn more about ATV accidents and what can be done if a negligent operator caused a friend or family member harm, take a look at this article written by a personal injury lawyer in North Carolina.
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