Dallas, TX - Fatal Stop Sign Crash at Centerville Rd & Joaquin Dr

Dallas, TX (March 11, 2024) - Two people were killed and a driver arrested following a two-vehicle accident in the Dallas area on Saturday night, March 9. The accident took place at the corner of Centerville Road and Joaquin Drive that evening at around 10:40 p.m. The victims were traveling in a pickup truck when they entered the intersection to make a left turn. 

The pickup was reportedly hit by Antonio Ortiz after he ran a stop sign. The driver of the truck, Milena Wilske, was transported to a local hospital where she was later pronounced dead. Her passenger was pronounced dead at the scene. Shortly after the crash, a third truck hit Ortiz’s vehicle. That driver was treated at the scene by attending medical personnel. Ortiz was taken to a hospital as a precaution, and he was charged with two counts of manslaughter. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is underway. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Stop-sign Crashes in Texas

Intersections are a part of most of our daily commutes. However, these areas of the road can be extremely dangerous and come with a heightened risk of a collision. Nearly 20 percent of fatal collisions in the United States take place at intersections, along with 50 percent of injury crashes. Stop signs and traffic signals are in place to help make these dangerous areas safer for everyone, but they only function when they are followed. Statistics show that there are nearly 700,000 crashes reported each year at stop sign-controlled intersections. Nearly one-third of these accidents result in injuries. A trained lawyer can help you pursue compensation during this difficult time after losing a family member in a deadly accident. 

Deadly car crashes take place every day in Texas. It can be difficult to manage the aftermath of a fatal collision, and you will naturally want to seek justice during this trying time. Under Texas state law, family members may be able to seek a claim for compensation by filing a wrongful death case. These types of cases are notoriously complicated, and it is always in your best interest to work closely with a qualified attorney in order to pursue maximum compensation. 

You do not want to take any risks after a deadly crash. A qualified Dallas wrongful death lawyer will be able to help you navigate the complicated claims process to ensure your legal rights are secured. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you to make sure you can get the most possible for your claim. We are here to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation. If you are ready to get to work on your case, we are just a phone call away. Contact our offices today at 214-651-6100.