One Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Southwest Freeway at Bissonnet Street in Houston
Houston, TX. (August 3, 2021)- One person was killed in a two-vehicle crash on August 1, 2021 in Houston, Texas. The accident occurred around 4:00 a.m. on Southwest Freeway at Bissonnet Street. Police reported that a southbound pickup truck left the roadway and crashed into a light pole. The force pf the impact pushed the pickup truck back onto the freeway where it was struck by another vehicle. The driver of the second vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the pickup truck sustained minor injuries. It is believed that the pickup truck driver was impaired at the time of the crash. Intoxication manslaughter charges are pending. No further details have been provided at this time. The crash remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Car Accidents in Texas
Unfortunately, about 90 people lose their lives in car accidents every day throughout the country. There are numerous contributing factors that lead to fatal car accidents, but the most common factor is negligence. When drivers aren’t paying attention, even just for a few seconds, they are liable to accidentally cause an accident. If someone loses their life in a car accident, their immediate family members may be able to file wrongful death lawsuits against all liable parties.
At Benton Accident & Injury Lawyers, we help families file wrongful death lawsuits against drivers whose negligent actions killed their loved ones. We work hard to help families receive as much compensation as possible to pay for funeral expenses and more. If you lost a loved one in a car accident, contact our office today at (214) 777-7777.
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