Victoria – Lita Villarreal Injured in Collision with Another Vehicle on North Main Street
Posted on Sunday, May 19th, 2019 at 9:50 am
Victoria law enforcement officials have released the name of the woman injured in two-car crash on North Main Street, May 9.
The victim was identified as Lita Villarreal, 26, of Victoria.
According to initial reports, a vehicle, driven by Blake Coles, 17, of Victoria, was heading north on 4300 North Main Street when it ignored a red light and crashed into another vehicle driven by Villareal. The force of the impact sent Villareal’s vehicle off the road where she crashed into a parked car.
Villareal suffered from various injuries including a brain injury. She was initially taken to DeTar Hospital Navarro but was later transferred to Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio for further medical care. Her condition remains unknown at this time.
Meanwhile, Coles was cited for failure to stop for a red light.
The crash remains under investigation.
We are deeply saddened for the family and loved ones of the injured victim. Our prayers and thoughts are with them. We strongly believe that the Victoria Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Texas is among the states in the US that have the most car accidents which involved injuries and fatalities every year. Some of the common factors contributing to the rising cases of collisions in the area include the worsening traffic situation, weather conditions, and poor driving habits.
Bad driving habits are the greatest cause of a fatal crash. It can be lethal to the person behind the wheel, as well as the drivers on the road. Drivers who do not use their signal to change lanes or those who do not secure their blind spots before shifting direction are more likely to be involved in an accident. Some of the most dangerous driving habits include speeding, unsafe lane change, tailgating, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a car accident with a negligent driver, you have a right to fair compensation for the trauma you experienced and the injuries you have suffered.
