Channelview, TX – Man Killed in Pedestrian Accident on East Freeway

Channelview, TX (February 29, 2020) – At around 10 p.m., on February 27, a male driver pulled off to the shoulder of the East Freeway, near Sheldon Road, to check his trailer. As the man stood alongside his vehicle on the side of the road, a truck veered off the road and struck the trailer and the man.

The male suffered fatal injuries and was immediately declared deceased.

Three passengers inside the pickup truck were injured and transported to area hospitals for treatment.

The driver of the truck was arrested for suspicion of DWI.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is currently investigating.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims injured in this collision, as well as their families, at this time.

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

Drunk drivers are the cause of more than 40% of motor vehicle accidents in Texas. Unfortunately, countless victims end up losing their lives in these horrific accidents. Families are often left to bear the costs of funeral arrangements while dealing with the overwhelming mental and emotional pain and suffering. In some cases, families can reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Texas to protect their legal rights.

Texas pedestrian accident attorneys at Rasansky Law Firm understand the devastation families are left to endure after losing a loved one in a tragic collision. For this reason, our team works diligently to ensure those harmed are in the best position imaginable to move forward and recover. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to schedule a free case evaluation to explore legal options available for you.

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