Houston, TX - Woman Dies in Hit-&-Run on Howell Sugar Land Rd

Houston, TX (March 24, 2024) - A woman was killed following a deadly crash in the Houston area on Wednesday, March 20. The deadly accident took place on Howell Sugar Land Road between Highway 6 and Eldridge Parkway late that night around 10:30 p.m. Local reports revealed that 75-year-old Me Thi Le was traveling on foot when she was hit by two motor vehicles. 

As the victim was crossing the road, she was hit by an oncoming pickup truck. Local witnesses said that the driver of the older model Chevrolet truck got out at the scene, picked up the bumper, and fled without rendering aid. Le was then hit again by a black Cadillac SUV. That driver also failed to remain at the scene. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene when emergency crews arrived. No further information on the accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident 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.

Deadly Hit-&-Run Accidents in Texas

Car crashes are already traumatic for those involved. When the driver flees the scene and tries to avoid responsibility. This type of accident is known as a hit-and-run. Unfortunately, Texas has a high number of serious hit-and-runs. The state ranks eighth in the nation for related collisions. There were more than 2,000 confirmed fatalities in Texas hit-and-runs in a recent year, marking a significant increase. More and more people are dying in these types of crashes, and the majority of the related fatalities involve pedestrians and cyclists. If you recently lost someone in a deadly crash, it is important that you are ready to pursue a wrongful death claim with the help of a trained attorney. 

Deadly collisions are a reality for many Texas residents. Someone is hurt and killed daily on the state’s roads. It is important that you are ready to take the necessary action to protect your legal rights during this difficult time. It can be difficult to manage a claim on your own as you deal with the grief and pain that comes with a fatal accident. Under Texas state law, families can pursue a wrongful death claim in order to recover lost compensation on behalf of the deceased. 

It is important that you are ready to protect your legal rights as you deal with the aftermath of a deadly collision. Only a trained Houston car accident lawyer will be able to get you the most out of your claim. The legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is prepared to fight for your full and fair compensation during this difficult time. We want to do whatever we can to help make this time a bit easier for you and your family members. You should not be left on your own to handle this difficult time. If you are ready to get to work on your case, give us a call today at 214-651-6100.