Austin, TX – 19-Year-Old Killed in Crash on I-35
Austin, TX (October 3, 2019) – Just before midnight on September 30th, emergency crews responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on the 7400 block of Interstate Highway 35.
According to reports, a white 2007 Ford Mustang was stopped in the center lane of I-35 when it was struck from behind by a southbound Peterbilt Truck Tractor.
The driver of the Mustang sustained fatal injuries in the collision and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation by the Austin Police Department’s Vehicular Homicide Unit.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the victim who lost their life in this accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Collisions in Texas
Hundreds of thousands of people are injured in Texas car accidents annually. Unfortunately, over 3,700 of those injured will pass away due to fatal injuries sustained in the collision. Losing a loved one unexpectedly is extremely difficult for families to deal with.
Unfortunately, learning that a loved one died as the result of another driver’s negligence makes the situation even more difficult to deal with. When victims die in motor vehicle accidents it is crucial for surviving family members to contact a Texas wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Families may be able to obtain compensation to cover medical expenses, funeral services, and other damages incurred from the incident.
Texas car accident attorneys at The Benton Law Firm have helped countless people over the past two decades collect the compensation and justice they deserve. Our extensive knowledge of wrongful death laws in Texas has enabled us to help numerous victims and their families collect multi-million dollar settlements for their legal claims. Contacts our personal injury attorneys in Texas today at (214) 219-4878 to schedule a free case evaluation to see what legal options are available for you.
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