Houston, TX - Pedestrian Dies in Crash on Galveston Rd

Houston, TX (March 29, 2024) - There were fatal injuries reported after a pedestrian accident in the Houston area on Thursday, March 28. The deadly crash took place at the 7200 block of Galveston Road early that morning at around 2:05 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a serious pedestrian-vehicle crash. 

Local reports revealed that a 19-year-old male was heading northbound in a white Lexus IS leading up to the incident. A 34-year-old male pedestrian was in the roadway and was hit by the oncoming motorist. The driver contacted authorities and remained at the scene while emergency responders arrived to provide the necessary aid. The injured party suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the deceased party has not been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash 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. 

Deadly Pedestrian Accidents in Texas

In Texas, there is a significant issue with pedestrian safety. The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) reports that, just in the last five years, there has been a nearly 30 percent rise in pedestrian fatalities in the Lone Star State. In 2022, 5,766 pedestrian crashes were reported in Texas, and statistics found that a pedestrian was involved in nearly one in every five road deaths. There were 830 fatalities and 1,526 injuries as a result of these collisions. It is not easy to be a pedestrian in Texas, particularly when other automobiles fail to yield to pedestrians. In order to maximize your chances of receiving compensation after a loved one was killed in a terrible crash, you should consult with an experienced lawyer.

Making family members foot the bill for someone else's careless driving is unfair. Tragically, fatal collisions happen on Texas roads every single day. You should speak with an experienced attorney who has successfully represented families in wrongful death lawsuits in order to bolster your case and increase your chances of receiving full compensation. Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy, and if you are not given the money you deserve, it will get much harder. You have the legal right to file a wrongful death lawsuit against the individual who killed your loved one with the help of an accomplished lawyer. You will be able to obtain financial recovery, if not more, by pursuing a case at this trying time.

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