[10-13-2021] Denton County, TX – Woman in Roanoke Critically Injured After a Hit-and-Run Accident

One woman identified as Cindy C. was left critically injured following a hit-and-run incident in Roanoke on October 13, Wednesday.

According to a press release by the Roanoke Police Department, the incident happened at around 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

The victim was reportedly walking from Parish Lane to Henrietta Creek Road across U.S. Highway 377 when a car traveling southbound struck her.

Clark was brought to Baylor Scott & White in Grapevine, where she is currently making progress towards recovery.

Local authorities have been searching the area and reviewing security cameras for a fast-moving white vehicle with a possible broken headlight and damaged right front side. The police are still collecting evidence that could lead to the arrest of the unidentified suspect.

Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident Statistics

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the government agency responsible for traffic safety in the United States, 5,900 pedestrians were killed in 2016. In 2017, there were 447 pedestrian fatalities in the United States, with 10% occurring in Texas. In 2019, pedestrian traffic fatalities in Texas increased by 5%, with 5,975 collisions resulting in 669 deaths.

Texas has the eighth-highest rate of hit-and-run accidents in the country, accounting for 8% of all collisions. According to the American Automobile Association, the number of hit-and-run deaths in Texas increased by 60% between 2009 and 2016. Attempting to flee the scene of an accident is a crime in and of itself. Unfortunately, 11% of all collisions involve a hit-and-run driver. Numerous reasons exist for hit-and-run drivers to flee the scene. They may be impaired or intoxicated by drugs, face legal difficulties, lack insurance, or be illegal aliens.

Denton County Hit-and-Run Lawyer for Victims

When your family member becomes a victim in a hit-and-run accident, it can be devastating. You should not have to suffer the consequences of the actions of a negligent driver, especially when it involves crippling finances. Hit-and-run victims may have trouble collecting damages because the motorist who hit them left the scene. However, they need to know that they can still receive compensation even if the hit-and-run driver hasn’t been identified.

We have a large number of expert attorneys, ranging from simple dog bites to car accident lawyers, who are prepared to help our clients with their claims. Our legal team from Arash Law Texas is committed to providing justice for our clients. We will assist them through the legal process and can be a helpful legal guide for them during this difficult time.

If you believe that someone is to blame for your spouse or family member’s injury, contact Arash Law. We have the resources you need to pursue justice for wrongful death and the experience to ensure fair compensation. Call (888) 398-4017 for a FREE Consultation with a capable lawyer in Texas.