Pharr, TX (May 21, 2022) – A motorcycle accident reported late Thursday evening has taken one man’s life, according to local law enforcement. At around 11:45 p.m., on May 19, the police, firefighters, and emergency medical services were all dispatched to the scene of a motor vehicle accident that blocked North Jackson Road.
Reports provided by the police indicate that a gray Ford Focus was traveling north on Jackson Road. As the vehicle turned left toward Fern Avenue at the intersection of El Dora Road, the vehicle collided with a southbound motorcycle.
The motorcyclist, identified as a 26-year-old man, suffered fatal injuries as a result of the accident. The victim was declared deceased at the scene.
The driver of the Ford, a 27-year-old female, remained on-site and cooperated with law enforcement. The driver was not injured.
At this time, investigations surrounding the cause of the crash are underway.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Texas
Motorcycle accidents in the state of Texas take the lives of hundreds of people every year. Although these accidents are often preventable, we continue to see innocent parties lose their lives at an alarming rate due to the negligence of others. Some of the most common causes of crashes that we see in our state include:
- drivers who change lanes in a reckless manner
- drivers who travel above the posted speed limits for highways and roadways in our state
- drivers who are distracted by their cell phones due to texting or talking
- drivers who are under the influence of drugs and alcohol
When people lose their lives as a result of these and other acts of negligence, their families may have legal options available to help them move forward. Working with a Pharr wrongful death lawyer will ensure your family is in the best position possible to get justice for your loved one.
For decades, the Pharr motorcycle accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm have fought aggressively to ensure the legal rights of innocent families are protected. We understand the challenges that families face after losing a loved one. Dealing with the mental and emotional impacts is a process that is only made worse by the financial consequences that families endure. For this reason, we are committed to taking all of the legal work off of your family’s hands so you can focus on moving forward after enduring the unexpected loss of a loved one.
You can contact our Texas personal injury law firm at your earliest convenience to schedule a free case evaluation. Our lawyers are available 24/7 to take your call to get started on your case. Contact our law firm today at 210-340-5550 to see how we can help you get justice.
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