[10-26-2021] Bell County, TX – Pedestrian Accident Kills 32-Year-Old Woman in Killeen

A 32-year-old woman identified as Heather Nichole S. was killed in a crash in Killeen on Tuesday, October 26.

[10-26-2021] Bell County, TX - Pedestrian Accident Kills 32-Year-Old Woman in KilleenThe accident transpired at approximately 7:30 p.m. near the 2200 block of S. Clear Creek where officers were later dispatched. The police found the victim lying on the roadway and a white vehicle.

Initial reports show the victim was lying in the roadway in the outside lane of S. Clear Creek, for unknown reasons when a white Volkswagen Jetta crashed with the victim. She was critically injured and was rushed to Baylor Scott & White.

According to Justice of the Peace Ted Duffield, Stouth succumbed to her injuries and was later pronounced dead at 10:14 p.m. The other passengers of the vehicle were reportedly uninjured. The crash remains under investigation.

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Fatal Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the federal agency responsible for traffic safety in the United States, over 5,900 pedestrians were killed in 2016.

In 2017, Texas accounted for 10% of all pedestrian fatalities in the United States. In 2019, there were 5,975 pedestrian traffic collisions in Texas, resulting in 669 deaths, an increase of 5% over the previous year.

According to law enforcement crash reports, pedestrian accidents are caused by people who violate traffic safety laws and are struck while crossing the street, vehicles that fail to yield the right of way, driving distractedly, or speeding. Another frequent factor is alcoholism.

Bell County Pedestrian Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal Collision

Pedestrian accidents frequently result in fatalities as a result of the severity of the injuries sustained in an accident caused by pedestrians’ lack of protection. If a loved one was killed in a pedestrian accident, you have the legal right to file a wrongful death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney.

Wrongful death lawsuits are critical because they enable the victim’s family to recover financial compensation for lost wages, funeral expenses, physical and emotional suffering, and mental anguish.

Having an attorney on your side can significantly increase your chances of success. Your lawyer can help you navigate the legal system and ensure that insurance companies do not undervalue your claim. Arash Law Texas is comprised of a diverse group of experts, ranging from bicycle accident attorneys to car accident attorneys.

Our Bell County County pedestrian accident lawyers from Arash Law Texas are ready to fight for the compensation your family deserves. We can back that up with a track record of successful case outcomes. Call (888) 398-4017 for a free case evaluation or schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced injury lawyers.

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