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One pedestrian lost his life in a fatal auto-pedestrian accident in Hunt County on Thursday morning, December 9, 2021.
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According to the Texas Department of Public Safety Sergeant Kyle Bradford, the crash transpired at approximately 4:40 a.m. at State Highway 276.
Highway Patrol Troopers were dispatched to a major crash on State Highway 276 involving a pedestrian.
According to Bradford’s preliminary investigation, a black Ford F-250 was traveling eastbound on the highway while a pedestrian was standing in the eastbound lane.
Bradford then stated that the pickup truck was unable to take evasive action and struck the pedestrian.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. On the other hand, the pickup driver was reportedly unharmed.
Local authorities have yet to disclose the identity of the deceased person.
The officials stated that the investigation is still ongoing and that no further information is available at this time.
Fatal Auto-Pedestrian Accident Statistics
Five thousand nine hundred pedestrians were killed in the United States in 2016, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Nearly one-fifth of all traffic deaths in Texas are now caused by vehicles striking a pedestrian.
There were 4,852 pedestrian accidents last year, which resulted in 1,211 serious injuries and 731 deaths, a nine percent increase in the number of pedestrian deaths. Driver and pedestrian inattention, failure to yield the right-of-way, and non-yielding right-of-way are major contributing factors in Texas traffic accidents.
2017 saw a 10% increase in the number of pedestrian deaths in Texas compared to 2016. Six thousand six hundred ninety-nine people died in Texas traffic accidents last year as a result of pedestrian accidents.
Most pedestrian accidents are caused by pedestrians who refuse to obey traffic laws while crossing the street, vehicles that fail to yield the right of way, and distracted drivers. Depression and alcoholism are closely linked.
Hunt County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Victims of Auto-Pedestrian Crash
Injuries inflicted by pedestrian accidents are often fatal because pedestrians are not adequately protected. With the help of a knowledgeable attorney, you can seek compensation for the death of a loved one in a pedestrian accident.
Compensation for the financial hardship, emotional anguish, and physical pain and suffering that the surviving family members have endured can be obtained through wrongful death lawsuits.
Having an experienced lawyer on your side increases your chances of winning significantly. Your insurance claim will be more likely to be fairly valued if you have a lawyer working for you. Arash Law Texas’ legal team includes personal injury attorneys and car accident attorneys.
Our Hunt County pedestrian accident lawyers from Arash Law Texas can help you and your family get the justice and compensation you deserve. A long history of success proves our dedication to our clients. Call (888) 398-4017 to schedule a free case evaluation or consultation with one of our experienced and trustworthy attorneys.
