It was reported that the at-fault driver fled the scene without rendering aid to the injured party. Emergency crews were rushed to the scene after being notified of the victim lying on the roadway. The injured party suffered fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead. The identity of the deceased victim has not been provided at this time. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Hit-&-Run Accidents in Texas
It is particularly devastating when you are involved in a hit-and-run. Not only can you get injuries that could change your life, but the individual who caused the accident flees the scene to avoid responsibility, leaving you to worry about who will pay for your other damages and injuries. In the past ten years, there has been an almost 89 percent increase in the number of deadly hit-and-runs in the United States. Roughly 7 percent of traffic deaths across the country in 2021 were related to hit-and-runs. Over 6 out of 10 hit-and-run fatalities involve a pedestrian, and most of these deadly crashes take place at night. To ensure that you may seek justice following a fatal collision, you must be certain that you can work with an experienced Texas wrongful death attorney.
After a deadly accident, your life will never be the same. The decisions you make after a deadly crash are important and can impact your ability to seek justice after such a tragic loss. The death of a loved one can leave families feeling helpless and devastated, and the pain can only worsen if it turns out that someone else’s careless actions caused the deadly accident. It is important that you have a qualified lawyer on your side to protect your legal rights and make sure your case is handled properly from start to finish.
The legal team at Rasansky | McKenzie Law has years of experience helping grieving families pursue compensation in order to pursue recoveries, and we are ready to get to work on your case. Our Dallas personal injury lawyers are here to fight for your full and fair recovery to make sure that you can achieve a full financial recovery. You should not be held responsible for the actions of a reckless driver. Contact us today at 214-651-6100 to get started on your case with the help of a trained lawyer and get started on your pursuit of justice. We will be here to help you at every stage of your case.