Austin, TX – Man in Wheelchair Struck & Killed on Ben White Blvd

Austin, TX (February 16, 2020) – At around 7:15 p.m., on February 14, the Austin-Travis County EMS and police responded to the scene of a major motor vehicle accident in the 200 block of Ben White Boulevard. Reports indicate that a male in a wheelchair was attempting to cross the eastbound service road, near South Congress Avenue, when he was struck by a vehicle.

The man suffered fatal injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.

At this time, police are investigating. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement.

We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

Every year, more than 3,600 people end up losing their lives in fatal auto accidents across Texas. Sadly, over 16.8% of victims are not even traveling inside vehicles. Innocent pedestrians lose their lives far too often in devastating collisions, leaving families to endure the overwhelming consequences. When victims lose their lives in collisions, due to the reckless actions of others, it is crucial that their families contact a wrongful death attorney in Texas to protect their legal rights.

We at Rasansky Law Firm have over two and a half decades of combined experience helping grieving families recover from their tragic losses. Our pedestrian accident attorneys in Texas work diligently to ensure families collect full and fair compensation for funeral services, lost wages, and more. If your loved one lost their life in an accident, due to the reckless actions of another motorist, contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to explore legal options available for you.

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