Encinal, TX - Two Laredo Residents Killed in Freightliner Collision on I-35

Encinal, TX (September 30, 2023) - Two people were killed and another person was injured following a crash involving a Freightliner truck outside of Encinal. 

The deadly accident took place on Interstate 35 near the time of 4 p.m. It was reported that a 40-year-old Laredo resident was driving a 2016 Ford F-150 pickup truck traveling northbound on the highway. The truck collided with a 2022 Freightliner truck tractor semi-trailer that was also headed north on the roadway. 

The truck reportedly slowed down due to traffic on the roadway and was hit by the oncoming pickup. The driver and a 15-year-old passenger in the pickup suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. Another passenger in the F-150 was transported to a hospital for treatment. 

The driver and passenger in the Freightliner were not injured in the accident. The identities of the involved parties have been withheld. 

An ongoing investigation into the deadly crash is in progress. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased victims at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family in hopes of a full recovery. 

Fatal Freightliner Crashes in Texas

Encinal, TX - Two Laredo Residents Killed in Freightliner Collision on I-35

Drivers naturally feel nervous when passing an 18-wheeler on the highway due to the fact that large commercial vehicles pose a serious threat to everyone on the road. In 2021, trucking accidents claimed the lives of 4,714 people in the United States, according to data from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). This represents an increase of nearly 17 percent from 2020. Nearly 16 percent of these fatalities involved someone in the rig, 68 percent involved people in other cars, and 15 percent involved pedestrians, motorcycle riders, and bicyclists. If a trucking accident results in serious injuries to you or a loved one, you must be prepared to defend your legal rights.A deadly trucking accident is a devastating event for everyone involved. Crashes involving commercial trucks are known to leave people with life-threatening injuries, and it is crucial that you are able to take the necessary action to protect your legal rights. Families are often unsure if they are able to pursue a wrongful death claim. You need to discuss your situation with a trained wrongful death lawyer who can help you understand your legal rights. If you wait to long to pursue your case, you are at risk of losing important evidence that can be used to back up your claim for compensation. Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never easy, and you need someone who can help you during your hour of need. The team of attorneys at Will Ferguson & Associates is here to help you every step of the way. Our Encinal wrongful death attorneys have a successful track record helping families pursue claims for compensation, and we will fight to ensure that the driver responsible is held accountable. Give us a call today at 214-651-6100. 

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