One Person Injured when Vehicle Crashes into Men's Wearhouse Store on The Landing Drive in Douglasville, Georgia

Modified Date: 
Sat, 01/04/2025 - 8:54am
Accident Date: 
Friday, January 3, 2025

Car rams into clothing store Friday night, Douglasville police say

Photos taken at the scene show a four-door sedan sitting inside the damaged storefront.

A concerning incident unfolded on Friday evening when a vehicle crashed into the Men's Wearhouse storefront located on The Landing Drive in Douglasville, Georgia. According to Douglasville Police Department reports, a four-door sedan breached the store's exterior, causing significant structural damage to the building's facade. One person was injured in the incident and was promptly transported by emergency responders to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. The current condition of the injured party has not been disclosed by authorities. Law enforcement responded to the scene, where photos documented the sedan positioned inside the damaged storefront. The incident remains under investigation by local police, who have not yet released information about the circumstances that led to the crash.

The Men's Wearhouse location sits within The Landing, a prominent retail development in Douglasville, approximately 20 miles west of Atlanta. The Landing Drive serves as a major commercial corridor, connecting to Chapel Hill Road and providing access to numerous retail establishments and restaurants in the area. The store is situated in a high-traffic retail zone, with multiple business entrances and parking areas typical of suburban shopping centers. The area experiences considerable vehicle and pedestrian traffic, particularly during evening hours and weekends when retail businesses see peak customer activity.

Under Georgia law, incidents involving vehicles striking buildings may involve multiple layers of liability considerations. Property damage claims must typically be filed within four years, while personal injury claims have a two-year statute of limitations under O.C.G.A. § 9-3-33. Affected parties may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, property damage, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Commercial property insurance, business interruption coverage, and personal auto insurance policies often come into play in such incidents. Multiple insurance claims may need to be coordinated, potentially involving both commercial and personal insurance carriers. An experienced Douglasville car crash lawyer will handle all aspects of the legal claim.

 

Related Resources:- Douglasville Police Department: Emergency response and accident reports- Douglas County Fire Department: Emergency medical services- Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety: Traffic safety information and resources- Georgia Department of Driver Services: State traffic laws and regulations- Douglas County Victim Services: Support for accident victims- Georgia State Insurance Commissioner's Office: Insurance claim guidance

Type: Car Accident