The deadly crash occurred on US-87 near Glass Road at around 2:15 p.m. Multiple emergency crews were called to the scene. It was reported that an 18-wheeler, a motorcycle, and an SUV were involved in the collision.
There were multiple injuries, including adult and juvenile victims. At least one person suffered fatal injuries. Individuals were reportedly trapped underneath the commercial rig. It was reported that a Lifeflight helicopter was spotted leaving the scene.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is in progress.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Semi-Truck Accident in Texas
Texas experienced 643 fatalities in trucking accidents in 2020, according to the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. More than half of those deaths were people operating another vehicle, and 108 more people were passengers in another car. The pain of losing a loved one is indescribable. It is a challenging and lonely process. When a loved one loses their life in a trucking accident that could have been avoided, it can be all the more difficult. If you choose to pursue a claim for losses brought on by the death of a loved one, you will probably have a lot of questions. It may be upsetting to have to file a wrongful death case when a loved one is killed in a semi-truck crash, but it can ease some of the financial burden brought on by the loss. A wrongful death claim’s financial recovery can assist with paying for funeral costs, mental health care for surviving family members, and other expenses.Our San Angelo wrongful death attorneys want to help you make a full financial recovery if a loved one is unfairly killed in a semi-truck accident. If you have questions about your eligibility to pursue a claim, schedule a free legal consultation with a lawyer by calling the Rasansky | McKenzie Law at 214-651-6100. Our legal team will work diligently on your side to ensure that the responsible party is held accountable and that you and your loved ones can get back to your way of life.
