Bryan, TX - Passenger Dies in Head-on Crash on OSR

Bryan, TX (March 26, 2024) - A two-vehicle crash in the Bryan area left one person dead and others injured on Monday, March 25. The deadly accident was reported on OSR early that morning at around 11:20 a.m. Local reports revealed that a 2019 Kia Optima driven by a 17-year-old was heading eastbound when it attempted to pass in a no-passing lane. 

The Kia crashed head-on with a westbound 2009 Toyota Corolla driven by 22-year-old Joshua Koppenol of Hallettsville. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene after being notified of a serious crash. A passenger in the Toyota, later identified as 22-year-old Alyssa Schoeneman, also from Hallettsville, was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Both other drivers were transported to a local hospital in serious condition. No further updates on the deadly crash are 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.

Fatal Head-on Collisions in Texas

You are never completely safe when sharing the road with another driver. Statistics show that head-on collisions are among the deadliest kinds of collisions that happen on Texas roads. There is a good chance you or a loved one will sustain severe injuries in the event of a head-on impact. Car crashes make up nearly 10 percent of national roadway fatalities each year, despite making up less than 2 percent of reported crashes. More than 3,600 people are killed annually in head-on crashes, with many more being seriously injured. If a loved one is killed in a fatal collision, you should make sure you can work with an experienced lawyer to protect your legal rights. 

It is always challenging to deal with a family member's death. It is often the remaining family members' responsibility to handle any following losses related to the crash. In order to deal with the aftermath of a crash, including planning funerals, paying medical bills, and resolving other resulting damages, many families postpone taking legal action. However, in order to safeguard your legal rights at this trying time, you need to act quickly. Some of the most difficult cases we deal with are wrongful death claims, and to ensure that you may get the most money back, you need an experienced lawyer handling your case. Your lawyer will be able to assist in gathering evidence and testimony to strengthen your case. 

The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to stand by your side if you recently lost a loved one in a deadly car crash. The person responsible should be brought to justice and made to cover any resulting damages. If you have any questions about your ability to pursue a claim, contact a Bryan, Texas personal injury attorney today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your case to pursue compensation and justice.