Reports indicate that a pedestrian suffered fatal injuries after being struck by a motor vehicle near mile marker 573.
DPS responded and secured the area to begin an investigation. Drivers were urged to use caution while traveling through the area.
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
Roughly 16.7% of all fatally injured crash victims in our state each year are pedestrians. These people are traveling outside vehicles, thinking they are completely safe from the devastation auto accidents can cause. Sadly, they are often victimized by reckless and negligent drivers. When victims lose their lives in these horrific incidents, it is imperative that their families reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Texas at their earliest convenience.
Our team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law has over 25-years of experience helping families get the justice they deserve after enduring a devastating loss. Auto accidents leave families with thousands of dollars in expenses related to funeral arrangements, medical treatment, and more. For this reason, we work diligently to ensure those harmed are better prepared to move forward after a tragic loss. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to discuss legal options available for you.
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Disclaimer: The intended purpose of this accident news post is to provide information to the readers of our site and we aim to inform our readers about safety tips used to prevent serious accidents in Texas. Our intention at Rasansky | McKenzie Law is to honor those who have been seriously injured or have had a family member who has been injured or killed in a Texas accident. Our goal is to provide the most up-to-date information to our readers about these accidents in an effort to help other drivers in Texas avoid becoming the victim of a catastrophic accident. If a person is involved in an accident, we would like them to have enough information to make an informed decision about how to respond. If a person is involved in an accident we would like to make sure they know how to respond, should a tragedy occur. You should seek further assistance from a legal or medical professional if you or a loved one is a victim in an accident. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene. Information in this post, should not be considered legal or medical advice.