Temple, TX – Accident on I-35 (Purple Heart Trail) Leaves Two Injured

Temple, TX (August 14, 2020) – A pedestrian accident reported in Temple left two people seriously injured. Just before midnight on August 12, the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the scene of a collision on Interstate 35.

Reports provided by authorities show that a man and woman stopped at the Exit 304 ramp off the northbound side of Interstate 35 due to a flat tire. As the couple attempted to change the tire on the side of the road, they were both struck by a vehicle. Both victims sustained life-threatening injuries and were rushed to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Temple for treatment.

The driver of the vehicle, 36-year-old Billy Ray Polk, initially fled the scene of the accident. He was later arrested and charged with intoxication assault. At this time, the crash remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

Over the years, we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of people who choose to walk to their destinations instead of taking motor vehicles. Although walking is generally considered to be a safe activity with numerous health benefits, it can be dangerous for people traveling near dangerous roads. Many people are struck and injured or killed by vehicles due to negligent and reckless drivers. Each year, more than 7,500 pedestrians are struck and injured in auto accidents across our state.

These incidents are typically preventable, yet victims continue to suffer broken bones and other devastating injuries that force them into local hospitals for treatment. A large number of injured pedestrians are forced to endure overwhelming pain and suffering and deal with debilitating injuries that have an overwhelming impact on their health and wellbeing. Not only are mental and physical pain and suffering consequences of these horrific incidents, but many victims are forced to spend tens of thousands of dollars on medical treatment. When victims are injured in accidents, due to the actions of others, it is imperative that they reach out to a pedestrian accident attorney in Texas as soon as possible to protect their legal rights.

At Rasansky Law Firm, our personal injury attorneys in Texas have over two and a half decades of experience helping victims recover from their accidents. We remain committed to ensuring our clients are able to maximize their recoveries so they can tend to their financial burdens as they move forward with their recoveries. We strive to ensure those harmed are able to reach their recovery goals and achieve some sense of normalcy after being harmed. Our team provides aggressive legal representation to ensure those harmed are able to get the medical treatment they need and focus on recovering. Contact our Texas injury accident attorneys at (214) 617-1816 to explore the legal options available for you.

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Disclaimer: As a member of the Dallas community, Rasansky Law Firm’s goal is to improve the safety of all residents in the great state of Texas. While we are extremely saddened by the accidents we report on, we hope that through knowledge of these accidents, individuals will exercise caution in order to avoid similar accidents in the future. These reports are not solicitations for business and the information included herein should not be taken as medical or legal advice. We hope for the quickest recovery for those involved in these accidents.