Amarillo- Man Injured After Getting Hit By Car near Tascosa High School
Posted on Wednesday, February 20th, 2019 at 11:23 pm
One person was hospitalized after getting struck by a vehicle on Wolfin Avenue near Tascosa High School Tuesday evening.
The Amarillo Police Department was dispatched at the southbound lanes of Wolfin at around 7:15 p.m. According to reports, a man was walking south when a vehicle heading west hit him. Emergency crews immediately transported the pedestrian to an area hospital for treatment. As per EMS, his injuries are considered life-threatening. He was not publicly identified.
Police did not release any information regarding the type of vehicle involved or if the driver stayed at the scene.
No further details are available at this time as this is a developing story.
The investigation is still in progress so anyone who has information that will help solve the case is encouraged to get in touch with APD crash investigation team.
Our sincerest sympathies are with the family and friends of the injured victim. We are also praying for a fast recovery. We believe that the Amarillo Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
In the United States, Texas is one of the leading states in the number of traffic collisions involving fatalities. In fact, in 2015 alone, the state recorded more than 1,300 deaths caused by reckless drivers. Despite the government’s aggressive efforts to keep these cases down, Texas remains the worst state in the country for alcohol-involved car crashes.
If you are injured by a reckless driver, the first thing you need to do is call the police. Once the investigation is completed, you can file a lawsuit against the suspected driver and possibly. A successful case could help you cover your medical expenses and compensate for your emotional and physical suffering. Speak with your personal injury lawyer to know more about your rights to fair compensation.
