Ingomar, MS – Father Killed and Son Injured in Pedestrian Accident on CR 101

Ingomar, MS (February 14, 2026) – A fatal collision occurred on Thursday night, February 12, and claimed the life of an Ingomar man and left his teenage son injured. The accident along County Road 101, locally known as Ingomar Road.

Authorities identified the victim as 47-year-old Gabriel Paul Grissett. According to investigators, Grissett and his son were jogging westbound near the Ingomar Attendance Center when they were struck from behind by a westbound pickup truck driven by a juvenile.

Emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly after the impact, but tragically, Grissett was pronounced dead at the scene. His son sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the collision. He was treated by medical personnel and has since been released.

The local sheriff’s office is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Our heartfelt sypmathies go out to the family and loved ones of Gabriel Paul Grissett during this challenging time.

Legal Rights After a Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Ingomar

When a fatal accident occurs, the legal and insurance process can be complex, especially when it involves a young driver and pedestrians in a residential or school zone.

Under Mississippi law, the family of a victim lost in such a crash has the right to seek answers and accountability through a wrongful death claim. This process is designed to help surviving family members recover costs related to funeral expenses and medical bills, but it also addresses the profound loss of companionship and future financial support.

A lawyer can help a family navigate these laws while ensuring that critical evidence, such as the vehicle's speed and any potential driver distractions, is properly documented.

Dealing with insurance companies following a tragedy requires extreme caution. Adjusters may reach out early with settlement offers that seem helpful but often fall far short of what a family truly needs for long-term stability. 

Having a wrongful death lawyer to handle all communication with the insurance carriers ensures that the family is not pressured into signing away their rights. 

At The Dunk Law Firm, our team has years of experience helping families navigate the legal system after a tragic loss. We offer simple, clear guidance on what to say to insurance adjusters and how to handle the complex paperwork that follows a fatality, so you don't miss out on the support you deserve. 

Call us today at 414-209-4398 to speak with our wrongful death lawyer and get started on your case.

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Aviso legal: El contenido de esta publicación tiene únicamente fines informativos generales y no debe interpretarse como asesoramiento jurídico o médico. No establece una relación abogado-cliente ni constituye una oferta de servicios jurídicos. Si ha resultado lesionado en un accidente, busque atención médica inmediata y consulte a un abogado cualificado. Las imágenes incluidas tienen únicamente fines ilustrativos y no representan la escena real ni a las partes implicadas en el incidente.