Dallas, TX - Woman, Child Killed Fatally Struck on Spring Valley Rd

Dallas, TX (February 21, 2024) - A woman and young girl were killed after a serious pedestrian crash in the Dallas area on Tuesday afternoon, February 20. The deadly accident was reported on Spring Valley Road west of US-75 at around 4 p.m. The pair were walking along the roadway when they were hit by an oncoming motor vehicle. 

The wounded pedestrians were transported to a local hospital in critical condition. Both were later pronounced dead at the medical facility. The driver involved in the collision reportedly remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officials. 

At this time no additional information on the deadly pedestrian accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is being managed by local law enforcement officials. More updates will be released as they become available. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time.

Fatal Pedestrian Crashes in Texas

Compared to other roadway users, pedestrians are extremely vulnerable. Pedestrian deaths are on the rise across the country, and many cite the growing use of cell phones as one of many reasons why. Statistics show that pedestrian deaths have increased by 29.6 percent in the state of Texas in the past five years. An estimated one in five fatalities in the state are pedestrians. In 2022 alone, there were 5,764 pedestrian crashes reported across the state, resulting in 829 deaths and 1,526 injuries. You need to be sure that you are able to partner with a trained attorney if you lose someone close to you in a sudden pedestrian crash. 

It is never easy to lose someone you love in a deadly accident. It can seem that nothing in your life will ever be the same again. You need to be sure that you are able to process your situation and pursue justice during this difficult time. It is common for surviving family members to take on the resulting damages after a deadly crash, including medical bills, funeral costs, and other related expenses. It is important that you are able to protect the rights of the deceased by pursuing a wrongful death claim against the at-fault party. Wrongful death cases can be quite complex, and it is important that you have someone on your side who is ready to fight for your legal rights. 

Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you during your time of need. We understand that families are going through a difficult time following a deadly collision, and we want to help you and your loved ones make a financial recovery. You need to discuss your case with a qualified Fort Worth wrongful death lawyer who understands your situation. With our help, we will make sure that the at-fault party is held responsible. Contact our law offices today at 214-651-6100. We are here to diligently fight for your legal rights, and our legal team can answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation.