[12-25-2021] Rusk County, TX – 43-Year-Old Man Killed in Pedestrian Accident on US 259

A pickup struck and killed 43-year-old Edmon Lynard H., who was standing next to a broken-down vehicle on U.S. Highway 259 in Rusk County on December 25, 2021.

The fatal pedestrian accident transpired at approximately 6:35 p.m. about five miles south of Henderson on US 259.

According to a press release, the Texas Department of Public Safety troopers responded to and investigated the incident.

The pedestrian was standing on or near the fog line on US 259, next to a broken-down pickup. A northbound Ford F-150 pickup driven by 21-year-old Alex C. of New Caney struck and killed Howard.

The 43-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Pat McCrory.

Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 5,900 pedestrians were killed in the US in 2016. In Texas, nearly one-fifth of all traffic deaths occur when a vehicle collides with a pedestrian.

In 2013, there were 1,211 serious injuries and 731 deaths as a result of pedestrian accidents. In Texas, drivers and pedestrians who fail to yield the right of way and those who refuse to yield at all are responsible for many traffic accidents.

A 10 percent increase over 2016 was recorded in the death toll of pedestrians in Texas in 2017. Last year, over 6,000 Texans lost their lives as a result of pedestrian accidents.

Many pedestrian accidents are caused by pedestrians crossing the street illegally, vehicles that fail to yield the right of way, and drivers who are distracted. Depression and alcoholism are often linked.

Rusk County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal Pedestrian Crash

There are far too many pedestrian deaths each year due to insufficient safety measures. As a result of a pedestrian’s death, the victim’s family may be entitled to compensation.

It is possible for the families of those who have died as a result of another’s negligence to recover damages for their financial hardship, emotional distress, and physical discomfort. A good car accident lawyer can help you pursue legal action if you’ve been involved in such incidents.

In this situation, you must retain the services of an experienced attorney. If you have a lawyer on your side, your insurance claim is more likely to be valued fairly.

Reach out to our Rusk County pedestrian accident lawyers at Arash Law Texas if you have been injured in an accident. For many years, we’ve had great results for our clients. Call (888) 398-4017 immediately for your free consultation with one of our knowledgeable and trustworthy attorneys.