[10-08-2021] San Augustine County, TX – One Person Killed, Several Others Injured After a Head-On Collision on State Highway 103

One person was killed while four others were hurt after a major head-on collision in the Norwood Community on Friday morning, October 8.

According to the initial reports from local authorities, the accident happened on State Highway 103 at around 10:00 a.m.

A 44-year-old man identified as Billy W. was driving a 1995 Lincoln Town Car when, for unclear reasons, he went through the center line and collided head-on with an oncoming westbound 2011 Ford pickup truck.

The 1995 Lincoln driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the Ford driver and three passengers were transported to CHI St. Luke Hospital in Lufkin for treatment.

Information about the accident is limited at the moment. It’s unclear whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision. The case is currently under further investigation.

Fatal Head-On Collision Statistics

At least five million traffic accidents occur annually across the U.S. Every year, approximately 38,000 people lose their lives in traffic accidents. Although only 2% of accidents result in a head-on collision, this type of accident is responsible for 10% of all deaths on U.S. roads.

When two vehicles traveling in opposing directions collide, it results in a head-on collision. Grave injuries or death can result even from low-speed collisions. The car that was involved in the accident was a tractor-trailer.

Throughout the year, there are numerous traffic accidents in every state. Texas, on the other hand, consistently ranks last year after year. Since November 7, 2000, there hasn’t been a single accident in Texas. Accidents often result in death for those who are involved.

There were 1.26 deaths per 100 million vehicle miles driven in Texas in 2019. In 2019, 3,656 people lost their lives as a result of traffic accidents. Meanwhile, traffic collisions in Texas resulted in 12,907 serious injuries. Drunk driving, distracted driving, lack of experience, and mechanical failure can result in head-on collisions.

San Augustine County Wrongful Death Attorney for Victims of Fatal Head-On Collisions

When two vehicles collide head-on, the victims may suffer life-threatening injuries. As a result, not all crash victims will be able to escape unharmed. Families who have lost a loved one in a fatal head-on collision may be able to sue the driver for negligence and wrongful death. When someone is killed in an accident, the survivors may be entitled to compensation for their losses.

If someone has lost their income due to an injury or an unexpected death, it can help them get financial assistance. Your car accident attorney will take numerous steps to safeguard your legal right to compensation. To avoid saying anything that could be used against you in the future, your lawyer will deal with all communications with the other driver’s insurance company on your behalf.

Were you recently involved in a fatal head-on collision? Please speak with one of our Arash Law attorneys now. No matter where you are in Texas, the skilled legal team at Arash Law Texas is just a phone call away. Our Texas car accident attorneys represent people all over Texas who have been injured or killed in car accidents. Call (888) 398-4017 or fill out our intake form to schedule a free consultation.