Amarillo, TX - One Killed in Three-Car Crash at I-40 & Grand St

Amarillo, TX (April 3, 2024) - A multi-vehicle crash in the Amarillo area on Tuesday, April 2, left one person dead. The fatal accident occurred on Interstate 40 near Grand Street early that morning around 11 a.m. It was later revealed that three vehicles collided at the scene. 

Initial reports indicated that a black Toyota FJ Cruiser hit a red Pontiac G6. The SUV then hit a white Ford F-150 pickup truck that was waiting at a red light. The driver of the Pontiac and the Ford were hospitalized for treatment of sustained injuries. The driver of the G6, later identified as 63-year-old Catherine White, was later pronounced dead. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident. 

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

Deadly Car Accidents in Texas

When you share the road with another motorist, there is always a chance of an automobile accident. Texas has a high rate of serious car crashes. In fact, since November 7, 2000, there has not been a day without a collision on the state's roadways, according to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). There were 244,092 car crashes resulting in injuries across the state in 2022 alone. That suggests that there is an automobile accident in Texas nearly every 57 seconds. Even worse, someone is killed in a collision roughly every hour and 57 minutes, with an injury taking place on the road almost every two minutes and nine seconds. In the event that a sudden vehicle accident claims the life of a loved one, you need to work with an experienced personal injury attorney who is prepared to fight for justice on your behalf.

The road is far from a safe place, and all across Texas, careless drivers kill innocent people nearly every day. After a deadly accident, the decisions you make could have a lasting impact on your life. You should work closely with a knowledgeable personal injury attorney to optimize your chances of achieving a full recovery. The responsible party must be held accountable in a deadly crash, and it is always best to be cautious when seeking compensation for your damages. Under Texas state law, you may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim in order to recover lost compensation for any resulting damages. 

Rasansky Law Firm has helped many grieving families in Texas pursue successful wrongful death cases, and we are ready to get to work on your case to do the same for you. We can answer any questions that you may have about your ability to pursue a claim after a deadly car accident. Give us a call today at 214-651-6100 to discuss your case with a skilled Amarillo personal injury attorney and take action on your claim in cooperation with our skilled legal team.