28-Year-Old Sevannah Shay Mata Killed in DUI Crash on TX 46 at Center Street in New Braunfels
New Braunfels, TX. (November 5, 2020)- Sevannah Shay Mata was killed in a two-vehicle crash on November 1, 2020 in New Braunfels, Texas. The accident occurred around 2:15 a.m. on TX 46 at Center Street. Police reported that the driver of a northbound Dodge pickup truck veered into the southbound lanes and crashed head-on into a Kia Optima. The Dodge driver and their 6-year-old passenger sustained minor injuries. The driver of the Kia was transported to San Antonio Military Medical Center with serious injuries. Mata, a passenger in the Kia, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Dodge truck was arrested and faces an Intoxication Manslaughter charge. No further details have been provided at this time. The crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family. We wish them a full and speedy recovery.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Sevannah Shay Mata. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
DUI Accidents in Texas
In 2017, studies show that approximately 13,177 accidents were caused by drunk driving in Texas. As a result of these accidents, approximately 521 people lost their lives and another 1,271 sustained injuries. Accidents almost always result when alcohol is involved because drivers are in less control of their bodies and vehicles, making them more prone to crashing into others.
Families who have lost loved ones in DUI accidents have the right to seek help from an experienced Texas wrongful death lawyer to help them file wrongful death lawsuits. At The Benton Law Firm, we offer those services and have succeeded in helping numerous families win their claims. Contact our office today for a free consultation at 214-777-7777.
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