Harlingen, TX – 1 Killed and 1 Injured in Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Stuart Place Rd
Harlingen, TX (January 26, 2020) On the morning of January 26th, a vehicle struck two people at the intersection of Stuart Place Road and Interstate 2 Westbound Frontage Road. According to reports, a gray 2012 Hyundai Elantra struck a 20-year-old woman and her 5-year-old sister at around 9:15 a.m.
When the Harlingen Police Department and other emergency crews responded to the accident, they found both victims injured and in the road. They were both taken to a nearby hospital for immediate treatment. Unfortunately, the child did not survive her injuries.
The suspected driver has been taken into custody. The Harlingen Police Department Highway Enforcement and Major Crimes Unit is currently investigating the fatal accident.
We send our condolences to the families of the deceased child and the injured woman. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accidents in Texas
In 2016, studies revealed that one in every five children lost their lives in pedestrian accidents throughout the country. Most of these children were under the age of 15. There are a few contributing factors that lead to pedestrian accidents, but all of them derive from negligence.
When parents lose their children in pedestrian accidents, they may have the right to file wrongful death lawsuits against all responsible parties.
At The Benton Law Firm, we assist grieving parents every day with filing wrongful death lawsuits. For nearly 20 years we have helped parents prove their negligence claims and win their lawsuits. We understand that no amount of compensation could replace the life of their child. However, we don’t believe parents should pay for post-accident damages if their child was not at fault. If you would like to file a wrongful death lawsuit, call us today to set up a free consultation at (214) 219-4878.
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Disclaimer: The intent of this post is to provide general information to our readers and to help improve the safety and quality of life for those who live in our state. At The Benton Law Firm, we intend to honor those who are victimized in accidents across Texas. We aim to provide up to date information to the public surrounding these incidents in hopes of helping others avoid becoming victims themselves. If anyone is involved in an accident we would like to make sure they know how to respond, should a tragedy occur. Information in this post, should not be considered legal or medical advice. You should seek further assistance from a legal or medical professional if you or a loved one is a victim in an accident. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
