Brenham, TX - One Killed After Stolen Truck Crashes into TXDPS Building

Brenham, TX (April 13, 2024) - One person was killed and 13 others were injured after a felon crashed a stolen 18-wheeler into a building outside of Brenham on Friday, April 12. It was reported that 42-year-old Chappell Hill had reportedly been denied a commercial driver’s license the day before at the Texas Department of Safety building, and Hill reportedly stole a semi and crashed into the building. 

It was later reported that Hill was attempting to back out to ram the building again before he was taken from the vehicle and taken into custody. This could have potentially caused the building to collapse, causing even more injuries and deaths. A total of 14 people inside the building at the time of the incident were injured. Eight of these victims were treated at the scene and released, and three others were flown to nearby hospitals for treatment of serious injuries. One of the victims was later pronounced dead at a medical facility. The identities of the victims have not been provided at this time. 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 in hopes of a full recovery. 

Deadly 18-wheeler Crashes in Texas

A semi-truck collision can easily leave you with catastrophic injuries. According to statistics, nearly 30 percent of trucking accidents in 2022 ended in injuries. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reports that there were 4,895 large truck and bus fatal collisions in 2020, with semi-trucks accounting for roughly 56.1 percent of all large truck fatal fatalities. Big trucks move billions of miles across Texas every year, and the state is vital to the nation's transportation network. If you or someone close to you is killed in a crash involving a large truck, you should partner with a trained lawyer to pursue a wrongful death case. 

After a fatal collision, your entire way of life can be abruptly changed in a matter of seconds. If the loss was brought on by a preventable crash, it is often even harder to bear. These are not just accidents. They can cause a great deal of grief and what seems like a never-ending list of questions. Under Texas state law, surviving family members may file a claim for damages with the help of a trained lawyer. The financial load left behind by a fatal collision can be covered by filing a wrongful death claim. 

In order to maximize your recovery during this trying time, you need to be certain that your case is in capable hands, and that means working with a trained attorney. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to help you deal with the aftermath of a fatal semi-truck accident. Our team of Brenham semi-truck lawyers is here to help you achieve an optimal recovery. Give us a call today at 214-651-6100.