Houston, TX (July 7, 2021) – The North Freeway, Interstate 45, is open again after an overnight truck accident that killed a man on Tuesday, July 6.
Officers with the Houston Police Department say that they were dispatched to the scene around 11:45 p.m. and discovered that a man was struck by a big rig on the highway. The southbound lanes of the freeway at the Crosstimbers exit were closed for several hours but have since reopened.
The driver involved stayed at the scene, though their identity, as well as the identity of the deceased, has not been released.
The investigation is ongoing, and officers have not said if charges will be filed in the incident.
We would like to express our deepest condolences to the family of the victim.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents in Texas
Riding a bicycle is often viewed as a safe and effective alternative to both walking and driving automobiles. Not only do bicycles provide effective transportation for riders, but they are also extremely cost-efficient. Regrettably, riders on bicycles are extremely vulnerable to serious and life-threatening injuries in collisions. The majority of victims sustain injuries that force them to undergo emergency surgery and spend months in recovery. Although we would hope that every victim is able to overcome their injuries and move forward, this is not the case. Each year, more than 3,600 people lose their lives in collisions throughout the state of Texas. Riders on bicycles may account for a small portion of victims, but these preventable accidents continue to have an overwhelming impact on families across our state.
Although there are very few things worse than the loss of a loved one, knowing that they died as a result of another person’s negligence makes the situation even more emotional. Although money cannot replace the lives of those taken away so suddenly, having the financial resources necessary to move forward after a loss can help alleviate some of the stress families endure. Working with a responsive and effective wrongful death attorney in Houston can help to ensure you are in the best position possible after experiencing the tragic loss of a loved one.
The Texas pedestrian accident attorneys at Farah Law have over five decades of experience fighting to help bereaved families protect their legal rights after losing loved ones in accidents due to the negligence of other motorists. Our team is available to meet with surviving relatives at their earliest convenience to review the circumstances surrounding their loved one’s accident and to determine the most appropriate actions moving forward. We are committed to helping our clients protect their legal rights and best interests, and to maximize their recoveries through wrongful death claims. If your loved one has succumbed to their injuries after an accident, and you believe negligence played a role, contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (888) 481-9359 to see how we can help you get justice.
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