San Antonio, TX – Alberto Flores Struck & Killed on US-281

San Antonio, TX (February 2, 2020) – A hit and run accident early Saturday claimed one man’s life.

At around 2:30 a.m., on February 1, the San Antonio Police Department responded to the scene of a fatal collision on US Highway 281. A male pedestrian was walking along the shoulder of the highway when he was struck by a pickup truck near St. Mary’s Street.

After striking the pedestrian, the driver of the truck lost control and crashed into another vehicle and a guardrail. The driver got out of the vehicle and fled the scene without stopping to render aid.

Unfortunately, the pedestrian was fatally injured in the collision and declared deceased at the scene. He was later identified as 23-year-old Alberto Flores.

We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family of Alberto Flores.  Our thoughts and prayers are with them.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

Pedestrian fatalities account for over 16% of all traffic-related deaths every year in Texas. Unfortunately, this number continues to increase despite the number of laws and regulations enacted to ensure pedestrian safety. When victims lose their lives in accidents as a result of another driver’s reckless actions, their families should contact a wrongful death attorney in Texas to explore legal options available for them.

Our team at Rasansky Law Firm is dedicated to helping families get the justice they deserve after losing a loved one in an accident. For over 25-years, we have fought diligently to ensure those harmed get the maximum amount of compensation available to help alleviate the costs they face for funeral expenses and more. If your loved one lost their life in an accident, due to another person’s actions, contact our pedestrian accident attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to explore legal options available for you.

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