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Within the space of a single week in June of 2025, multiple cars crashed into homes and buildings in Georgia. This is an alarming trend that has been emerging across the nation, and drivers seem unable to stop crashing into various structures. We see these incidents occurring in grocery store parking lots, strip malls, and residential neighborhoods. This is significant because it means that even if you are inside a building, you are not safe from negligent drivers in Cobb County. 

Car Crashes Into Georgia Home

In June of 2025, WSB-TV reported that a driver had crashed into a resident in Duluth. Police say that the collision occurred early one Monday morning, and images show heavy damage to the front of the residence. The crash was powerful enough to send bricks flying across the front yard, and the vehicle in question also experienced heavy damage to its frontal section. 

In June of 2025, the music community was rocked by the loss of a major talent, and this individual died in a major Cobb County car accident. The individual in question was a member of the timeless group “Kool & the Gang,” and he died at the age of 71. This incident highlights how dangerous roads can be in Cobb County. Although this particular accident is notable because of the celebrity victim, many other people die each year due to similar collisions. 

Cobb County Police Department Reports Fatal Crash on Veterans Memorial Highway

In June of 2025, Cobb County Police reported a fatal crash on Veterans Memorial Highway. Although the authorities did not name any names, it soon became common knowledge that the single deceased victim was a former member of Kool & the Gang called “Chicago Mike” – also known as Michael Sumler. 

Georgia lawmakers have expressed concern over the alarming rise of street racing and takeovers across the state. After a major uptick during the pandemic, street racers have continued to plague our streets while endangering average people. These illegal speed contests can injure or kill drivers, passengers, audiences, and innocent bystanders. Two recent street racing crashes in Cobb County highlight how dangerous this phenomenon has become. 

Driver Commits Hit-and-Run While Doing Stunts in Parking Lot

While street racing has been around since the invention of automobiles, so-called “street takeovers” represent a relatively new phenomenon. Participants gather at parking lots or intersections before performing various stunts, including donuts, burnouts, and other dangerous maneuvers. Although this might seem less dangerous compared to racing, bystanders continue to suffer serious injuries as a result of street takeovers. 

Over the past few days and weeks, negligent drivers have caused mayhem on the streets of Cobb County. Some of these accidents have resulted in serious injuries, while others have led to deaths. To make these incidents even more traumatic for victims and their families, some of the guilty drivers fled the scene without stopping. These Cobb County car accidents highlight just how dangerous it has become to drive in Georgia. 

Hit-and-Run on I-285 Results in Serious Injury

In late May of 2025, the Cobb County Courier reported that a serious hit-and-run had occurred on I-285. The crash began when the driver of a Kia changed lanes, striking a GMC in the process. The drive of the GMC veered into the center median barrier, crashing and coming to a halt in the middle of the road. After the collision, the driver of the Kia continued without stopping. 

Fiery crashes never fail to generate plenty of attention. The presence of fire makes these accidents much more hazardous, raising the possibility of disfigurement, death, and more. Within the past few weeks, Georgia has seen several high-profile crashes that ended with fiery infernos. What can these accidents teach us about traffic safety? What steps should people take after a Cobb County car crash?

Man Dies in Georgia After His Car “Erupted Into Flames”

In May of 2025, multiple sources reported that a man had lost his life after a fiery crash. Police say that this single-vehicle accident occurred when the man tried to turn into his driveway. For unknown reasons, the man lost control of his vehicle during the maneuver and slipped into a ditch. 

Car insurance plays a major role as victims seek compensation for crash-related injuries in Cobb County. Without insurance, it would be challenging for victims to recover enough compensation to cover medical expenses, missed earnings, and emotional distress. As a result, it makes sense to stabilize the insurance industry whenever possible. Recent efforts to accomplish this goal could affect car accident lawsuits in Georgia, and this is something that residents should be aware of.

Senate Bill 68 and Senate Bill 69 Explained

SB 68 and SB 69 were designed to reform Georgia’s insurance industry due to concerns about rising premiums and frivolous lawsuits. But how exactly will these bills reform the insurance landscape?

A fiery crash has claimed the lives of a family of five in Georgia. The incident occurred in April of 2025, highlighting fire-related hazards in major highway collisions. Even if people manage to survive fiery crashes, they are often left with disfiguring scars, lung damage from smoke inhalation, and other life-altering consequences. What can we do to prevent additional fiery crashes in Georgia

Vehicle Bursts Into Flames After Collision on I-95

Authorities say that a 27-year-old mother was heading down I-95 in a rented Jeep SUV when she struck a sedan and veered into a guardrail. The Jeep then burst into flames, killing the mother and four children in the vehicle. The youngest of these children was just three months old, while the eldest was nine. 

In March of 2025, a man was walking down a sidewalk in Cobb County when a motorist approached and struck him. The collision proved fatal, and the impact on the victim’s local community was tremendous. Various media sources quickly reported that the man was a father of three, and that he was leaving behind a grieving family that may never be the same. Will this family ever find justice? What are their options after a hit-and-run in Cobb County

Family Urges Driver to Come Forward and Accept Responsibility

The man’s sister provided a statement to the local media, expressing her shock that a driver could leave a dying pedestrian on the side of the road without a second thought:

One of the most basic responsibilities of any local government is to ensure the safety of public roads. If local authorities fail in this basic duty of care, residents may begin to wonder if their tax dollars are being spent effectively. Recently, Cobb County residents have voiced these kinds of concerns, specifically highlighting a dangerous curve in a major road section. What can you do if you were injured in a Cobb County car accident caused by an unsafe road? 

Homeowners Along Blackwell Road Have Had Enough

In late February 2025, numerous homeowners along Blackwell Road in Cobb County raised serious safety concerns about a dangerous curve. These individuals say that this curve has caused numerous crashes over the years—and they claim that these accidents were not necessarily caused by driver negligence. These homeowners have had to deal with cars crashing into their backyards, destroying mailboxes, and causing other forms of property damage. These accidents have also injured several motorists. 

If drivers obey traffic laws and yield the right of way, intersections should be completely safe. Unfortunately, many drivers approach intersections in a negligent manner – endangering everyone else in the area. A recent car accident in Cobb County illustrates how dangerous these intersection incidents can become, and it injured four people. If you were injured in an intersection in Georgia, you might be wondering what to do next. Perhaps you are struggling with medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. But how do you determine who is to blame? 

Four Injuries Reported at Major Cobb County Intersection

In late February of 2025, Cobb County authorities reported that a major car accident occurred at an intersection on the Dallas Highway. Four people were hospitalized as a result of this incident. 

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