3 Injured in Charleston Car Accident
A car struck a parked Charleston police cruiser near the Greenbrier Street exit of I-77 on Monday afternoon, and three people had minor injuries, police said.
Candice BondThree people were injured in a car crash near the Greenbrier Street exit of I-77 in Charleston on October 26, according to Charleston police.
How the I-77 Crash Near Greenbrier Street Happened
The crash happened at about 1 p.m. Monday. A Charleston police officer had stopped another motorist and was sitting in a parked cruiser with its emergency lights on. Police said a southbound car struck the cruiser. The driver of the car has been identified as David Buddin, 61, of Charleston, and he suffered minor injuries. A passenger in his car also had minor injuries, and the officer suffered minor injuries and is expected to recover.
What Comes Next in the Charleston Police Case
Police said Buddin will be charged with DUI causing injury when he is released from the hospital. No other charges have been announced. Charleston police have not released the passenger's name.
An arrest at the scene is often only the first step. Formal charges are usually decided later by prosecutors.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Affected by an accident like this?
Here is what people in West Virginia usually need, in the order it comes up.
Emergency care. Emergency rooms must check and stabilize you, even if you can't pay. The bill comes later.
Your vehicle. Tow yards usually charge for every day a towed vehicle sits there.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
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