Coffee City, TX (February 23, 2023) – On Wednesday, February 22, a man was killed after a head-on collision in Coffee City.
The fatal accident took place at the 7700 block of State Highway 155 at around 2:30 a.m. A white car and a green pickup truck reportedly crashed head-on. According to local reports, the driver of the white vehicle lost control after a spare tire blew, and the car veered into oncoming traffic where it crashed into the pickup.
The driver of the white car was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The other motorist suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
An ongoing investigation into 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 victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Head-On Collisions in Texas
Head-on car crashes are among the most deadly types of traffic accidents possible, and it is almost certain that they cause more severe or even fatal injuries. A total of 613 people were killed in head-on collisions in Texas in 2021. In the United States, head-on collisions account for the most dangerous incident in around 14% of all traffic fatalities and 27% of all roadway exits each year.
Everyone goes through the dreadful and painful tragedy of losing a loved one at least once in their lives. If a family member passes away as a result of someone else’s carelessness, the suffering is significantly increased. The devastating understanding that the loss may have been prevented is brought on by a wrongful death in addition to the shock of the event itself. In addition to the pain and suffering that a loss of a loved one’s salary entails, a family’s financial situation may be significantly impacted. Families who suffer a loss as a result of a careless death are legally entitled to compensation for their suffering.
The attorneys at Wyatt Law Firm, PLLC are committed to assisting people and families in obtaining justice and are conscious of the challenges that families may have following an unexpected death. Our firm has a wealth of resources at our disposal, and our lawyers can assist you if a loved one passes away due to the actions of a reckless driver. Our legal team can assist you with obtaining a copy of the accident police report and other elements of constructing your claim. We will put you in touch with a neighborhood lawyer who will fight for your family’s rights and monetary damages for your losses. Call 210-340-5550 to speak with one of our Coffee City wrongful death attorneys and start your claim for compensation.
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