Austin, TX – Man Killed in Auto-Pedestrian Accident on I-35
Austin, TX (July 27, 2019) On the morning of July 27th, a fatal auto-pedestrian accident happened in the 8200 block of North Interstate highway 35. A vehicle struck a pedestrian for reasons that are still being investigated. The accident occurred at approximately 1:37 a.m.
When the paramedics and police arrived at the accident site, they found a male pedestrian lying in the roadway unresponsive. Despite immediate aid, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Crews were directed off of the highway via the St. John exit while authorities investigated the accident. The lanes reopened at about 6:00 a.m.
This accident is still under investigation as authorities gather more facts.
Our thoughts are with the deceased man’s family at this time.
Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
In 2018, approximately 621 pedestrians lost their lives in Texas after being hit by vehicles. When pedestrians are hit by vehicles in the middle of the night during the weekend, it’s often due to drunk drivers. When drivers are under the influence, they’re more likely to have trouble seeing and they’re also more inclined to break traffic laws, which puts pedestrians in extreme danger. Because pedestrians are not protected, it’s easier for them to sustain serious injuries that could lead to fatalities.
At Benton Law Firm, our mission is to help as many grieving families as possible gain justice by filing and winning their wrongful death lawsuits. We have successfully assisted many families in the past, which drives us to want to help as many more as we can. Contact our office today for a free consultation if you lost a loved one in a pedestrian accident. Our attorneys can be reached at 214-219-4878.
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