Houston, TX - Mustang Driver Killed in Crash on Alief Clodine Rd

Houston, TX (February 24, 2024) - There were fatal injuries after a collision in the Houston area on Friday morning, February 23. The deadly accident took place at the 12800 block of Alief Clodine Road at around 9:35 a.m. Local reports indicated that a red Ford Mustang and a white Toyota Sienna van were involved in the accident. 

Local sources revealed that the Mustang was headed eastbound when the driver of the Toyota attempted to make a left turn onto S. Pinesap Drive. The Toyota failed to yield to the Ford, and the two vehicles collided. 

The impact caused the Mustang to hit the curb. The driver was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital – Texas Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The vehicle’s passenger was hospitalized at Ben Taub General Hospital and is reportedly in critical condition. The driver of the Toyota was transferred to Memorial Hermann Hospital – Katy for treatment. 

No further information is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery. 

Deadly Left Turn Crashes in Texas

Most of us will drive through an intersection without thinking twice about it. However, these seemingly innocent areas are the location of a large number of serious crashes each year. Drivers making left turns are involved in an estimated 22.2 percent of reported auto accidents nationwide. Almost 40 percent of car crashes take place at intersections, along with 50 percent of serious collisions and 20 percent of deadly accidents. You need to be sure that you are able to fight for your legal rights after a deadly crash causes the loss of a family member. 

Dealing with a deadly accident is never easy. It is common for families to be overcome by grief and unable to concentrate on pursuing a recovery. A trained lawyer will be able to fight for your legal rights to see what you can do to maximize your compensation. Representatives of the deceased are allowed to seek a wrongful death claim under Texas law in order to recover compensation for damages, including funeral and burial costs. The steps you take after a deadly accident are important, and a trained personal injury lawyer can help you throughout the complicated process. 

You need to be sure that you are ready to take action after a deadly accident. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you during this difficult time. Our Houston wrongful death lawyers have a proven track record of assisting grieving families pursue wrongful death claims, and we are ready to get to work for you. If you have any questions about your legal rights, we can offer answers during a free consultation. Call us today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your claim.