Kentucky deputy killed in three car accident

A Pike County sheriff’s deputy was killed in a car accident on Monday evening on his way home.

Kentucky State Police said the deputy James Thacker 53 was still on duty when his patrol car was struck by a vehicle traveling east on U.S 460. The driver of a SUV, David Childers crossed the middle line and struck Thacker’s patrol car head-on. Thacker died on the scene. 

Childers suffered minor injuries and was taken to the hospital.

A third vehicle was involved in the accident though police are not sure how.

Police are trying to determine what caused Childers to cross the middle line. The accident is currently under investigation.

Traffic accidents are unexpected and in one moment a person’s life can be changed forever or lost. Family members who have lost a loved one may depend on the deceased for their survival. When a person’s life is taken because of another person’s negligence, their families can hire an accident attorney to obtain compensation for wrongful death.

Accident injuries can range from minor to serious and can result in disability. Accident victims may find it difficult to cover their medical care, but an accident lawyer can fight to make certain they receive a fair settlement if their injuries resulted from a careless driver. 

An accident attorney is able to negotiate with insurance companies so that the victim receives a just settlement.