Temple, TX - Victoria Beluso Aranas Dies in Semi-Truck Crash on I-35

Temple, TX (March 23, 2024) - On Thursday, March 21, a driver was killed following a collision involving a semi-truck in the Temple area. The deadly accident occurred on Interstate 35 NB near Exit 306 early that morning at around 8 a.m. First responders were quickly dispatched after receiving several notifications of a serious accident. 

Local sources indicated that a 72-year-old Victoria Beluso Aranas' vehicle was stalled in the middle lane due to mechanical problems. An oncoming 18-wheeler hit the car. Despite life-saving measures from responding paramedics, Aranas suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The area was closed for several hours while authorities worked to clear the scene. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. Local law enforcement officials are managing an ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident, and more updates will be provided as it continues. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

Fatal Trucking Accidents in Texas

Serious collisions involving semi-trucks and tractor-trailers happen every day in Texas. Based on statistical data, the state is responsible for around 10 percent of all semi-truck accidents reported in the United States. In 2022 alone, 6,740 18-wheeler crashes occurred in the state. Statistics show that there are roughly 2,000 injuries and 300 fatalities for every 15,000 truck accidents in the Lone Star State. A large number of Texans are unjustly hurt and killed almost daily in semi-truck accidents. If a loved one perishes in a horrific semi-truck accident, you may be entitled to compensation.

Losing a loved one in a catastrophic accident is extremely painful, and you may feel as though your life will never be the same. Sometimes, families will discover that someone's careless actions were the cause of the deadly crash. This can only serve to make the situation seem more unfair. After a fatal crash, you and your surviving family members must be able to make educated decisions in order to get the compensation you are owed. Since semi-truck accidents are often severe, you should be ready to take action to safeguard your family's legal rights by pursuing a wrongful death claim.

It can be difficult to recover after a deadly car accident. Following a fatal 18-wheeler crash, the legal team at Rasansky Law Firm is here to assist you as you pursue a strong wrongful death claim in order to obtain lost compensation. Our skilled wrongful death lawyers are committed to helping you get the money you need to pay for your funeral and burial fees in addition to any further expenses for medical care following a deadly trucking accident. Give us a call at (214) 651-6100 to discuss your case with a caring attorney with a proven track record of success. When you work with our skilled legal team, you will know your case is in good hands. We are here to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation.