Rose City, TX (April 22, 2022) – Two people lost their lives as a result of a motor vehicle accident in the Rose City area on Wednesday afternoon, April 20. At around 1 p.m., the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the scene of an auto accident on Interstate 10.
Reports from DPS show that a 2004 Ford SUV was traveling on Interstate 10 when one of the tires on the vehicle blew out. The driver of the vehicle lost control, causing it to collide with a 2015 Dodge pickup truck near mile marker 858.
Several vehicles passing through the area also became involved in the crash. The vehicles were described as a 2020 Peterbilt semi-truck tractor-trailer, a 2019 Ford pickup truck, a 2021 Hyundai passenger vehicle, a 2006 Toyota passenger vehicle, and a 2018 Dodge pickup truck.
Two people in the Hyundai suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene.
The 54-year-old female driver of the Toyota, who is from Orange, was rushed to St Elizabeth Hospital for the treatment of injuries.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the victim who was injured in this accident. We hope for her full recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the two people who lost their lives in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Car Accidents in Texas
Auto collisions in Texas claim the lives of nearly 4,000 victims every year. In many cases, victims involved in crashes are left with fatal injuries due to the negligent actions of other drivers sharing the road. Motorists who are under the influence of alcohol contribute to more than 25% of fatal collisions each year. Speeding contributes to nearly 20% of all fatal crashes each year. Drivers who are distracted by phones and other objects account for 18% of crashes. Truck accidents are more likely to end in severe injuries due to the size and weight of these vehicles.
If your loved one has lost their life in a motor vehicle accident, you should act quickly to protect your legal rights. Your family will most likely have to spend tens of thousands of dollars on funeral expenses and deal with lost earnings. By reaching out to a wrongful death lawyer in Rose City as soon as possible, you can explore the legal options available to help your family move forward after enduring the loss of a loved one.
Texas Wrongful Death Lawyers
Our Rose City truck accident lawyers at Wyatt Law Firm have extensive experience helping bereaved families get justice. We are passionate about helping bereaved families who have endured the loss of loved ones hold negligent actors accountable. We strive to provide responsive and effective representation for clients that is compassionate to their needs.
We strongly believe that no settlement or paycheck will ever be large enough to compensate you for the loss of a loved one. For this reason, we strongly emphasize the pursuit of justice. We have recovered over $500 million in damages for victims and their families following accidents in the state of Texas.
If your loved one has lost their life in a truck accident due to the negligence of another motorist, do not wait to get the justice you deserve. Contact our Texas personal injury lawyers at your earliest convenience by calling 210-340-5550 to see how we can help you.
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