Houston, TX (January 30, 2023) – An automobile accident was reported in the Houston area on Sunday morning that claimed the life of one man. On January 29, the Houston Police Department responded to the scene of a crash on Pease Street.
According to law enforcement, a man was attempting to cross the street on an electric scooter at around 12:30 a.m. As he traveled through the area of Pease Street in Louisiana Street, a pickup truck traveling on the left lane struck the man.
The pickup driver fled the scene of the crash without stopping.
The man in the electric scooter was severely hurt as a result of the crash. Authorities responded to the scene to care for the victim. Despite medical efforts provided by first responders, the man ended up passing away from his injuries.
At this time, the police department is investigating the accident.
We offer our sincerest condolences to the family of the pedestrian who lost his life in this fatal crash.
Fatal Pedestrian Collisions in Texas
Every year, pedestrian crashes take the lives of countless innocent people. In 2021, more than 840 pedestrians died as a result of traffic crashes in our state. The total number of pedestrian fatalities accounted for nearly 19% of total traffic deaths reported during the same period in Texas. Unfortunately, many of the fatal pedestrian accidents that we see are entirely preventable. Innocent people continue to lose their lives as a result of drivers who are negligent while operating their vehicles. Leading factors in fatal pedestrian crashes across our state include:
- Motorists who drive recklessly in inclement weather conditions.
- Motorists who run red lights or pass-through traffic control devices at intersections.
- Motorists who are traveling too fast for road conditions.
- Motorists who are impaired by alcohol while behind the wheel.
- Motorists who failed to yield to others.
- Motorists who are under the influence of drugs.
- Motorists who switch lanes recklessly.
When drivers engage in these and other acts of negligence, they place the lives of innocent victims at risk every single day. If your loved one has died as a result of a fatal crash, your family must take legal action immediately. A wrongful death lawyer in Houston can help your family recover financially to ensure you have the money you need for funeral costs, medical expenses, and more.
The Wyatt Law Firm is deeply committed to helping families secure justice after the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one. Our team will fight aggressively to ensure your family is able to secure the maximum amount of monetary compensation possible. Even though no amount of compensation can ever replace your loved one, having the financial resources needed for funeral costs and various other damages that your family faces can help to make the grieving process a little less stressful. Contact our Texas personal injury law firm today by calling 210-340-5550. Our team can meet with you for a free consultation to discuss your case and get started right away.
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