[12-21-2021] Tarrant County, TX – Two-Year-Old Girl Gravely Injured After DUI Accident in Arlington

Four people were injured, including a 2-year-old girl, following a DUI crash in Arlington on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.

The crash happened at about 8:20 p.m. on Interstate 20 in Arlington.

According to preliminary reports, Tyler Hampton, 25, was driving recklessly in a Mazda MX-5 with two adults and two children inside when it slammed into a Toyota Tundra around 8:20 p.m. Tuesday.

Hampton was found to be inebriated after a series of roadside sobriety tests. The collision did not cause him any serious injuries.

Hampton was arrested on three charges of intoxication assault resulting in serious bodily injury.

A 26-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman, both adults, were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.

A four-year-old girl sustained minor injuries, while a two-year-old girl was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.

Prior to the collision, witnesses told police that Hampton was driving erratically in a Mazda MX-5. He collided with a guardrail, causing the Tundra to veer off the road, roll, and land on its side.

The Arlington City Jail is where he is being held. There has yet to be a bond established. An investigation is currently underway.

Fatal DUI Accident Statistics

You can avoid tragic consequences by not driving under the influence. This isn’t just a problem for those involved in drinking and driving; there are several innocent victims as well.

Every nine hours and six minutes, a person dies in a car accident involving a drunk driver in Texas. In Texas last year, 963 people lost their lives, and 2,114 were seriously injured as a result of drunk driving.

Unfortunately, drunk driving accidents do happen in the United States. In 2016, 28 percent of all traffic-related deaths in the United States were caused by drunken driving.

According to data from the Texas Department of Transportation, there are at least 900 deaths a year in Texas DUI-alcohol-related car accidents.

Tarrant County DUI Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal DUI Crash

You can avoid the long-term consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol, including physical, emotional, and financial damage. In addition to the dangers of a DWI conviction, dealing with the consequences can be expensive and time-consuming. These cases require the assistance of a car accident lawyer.

Your only recourse will be the insurance company of the drunk driver. The at-fault driver’s insurance policy may or may not cover your medical bills and other expenses.

While the case is being investigated, the families of the victims have the right to file a wrongful death claim. Funeral expenses lost wages, loss of companionship and emotional distress for the victim’s family can all be included in these claims. You can rely on Arash Law Texas to protect your rights.

The Harris County DUI accident attorneys at Arash Law Texas will actively defend your rights. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions or issues. When you work with Arash Law, you can rest assured that you’ll get the best service possible. Call (888) 398-4017 today to speak with one of our experienced legal professionals.