[09-06-2021] Dallas County, TX – Multi-Vehicle Crash in Garland Results in One Death

A 28-year-old woman identified as Karla R. was killed after a deadly multi-vehicle crash in Garland on Monday afternoon, September 6.

The crash transpired at approximately 3:30 p.m. at the intersection of Garland Avenue and Miller Road. The Garland police stopped a Honda Accord at Shiloh Road after finding evidence of drugs inside the car. However, the Honda driver started to speed away from the scene.

Officers then pursued the Honda Accord as the driver went northbound on Garland Avenue. The Honda driver was then spotted by another officer at the intersection of Garland Avenue and Miller Road.

The Honda Accord driver then ran a red light at the intersection and hit a westbound Toyota on Miller road. The Honda Accord also struck a black Honda CRV that was stopped at the red light.

The Honda Accord driver was identified as Bobby Lee M. He sustained serious injuries in the crash and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. After getting released from the hospital, he is expected to be transferred to the custody of Dallas County.

Sadly, the 28-year-old female Toyota driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Her 10-year-old son was rushed to an area hospital and is currently listed in critical condition. Meanwhile, the Honda driver sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene. Information about the accident is limited at the moment. Local authorities are further investigating the case.

Deadly Multi-Vehicle Crash Statistics

Six million traffic accidents take place in the United States every year. Around 33,244 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2019 alone. Multiple vehicles were involved in some of these collisions. If three or more vehicles were involved in an accident, it’s considered a multi-vehicle collision or a pile-up. These accidents occur on high-capacity or high-speed roads such as freeways. These crashes are often deadly and catastrophic.

According to 2008 NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) figures, 40% of the 25,351 passenger car occupant fatalities in the United States in 2008 were in multi-vehicle crashes. When numerous defendants and multiple parties are involved, each person has the opportunity to pass the blame onto someone else. Playing the blame game can leave victims confused, especially if they don’t have an attorney with them. By hiring an experienced attorney following a multi-car collision, you can protect your legal rights better.

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