Austin – Auto vs Pedestrian Collision on William Cannon Drive
Posted on Tuesday, August 6th, 2019 at 7:47 am
The Austin Police Department is conducting an investigation about a pedestrian crash on William Cannon Drive that happened last Sunday.
According to the release, the incident occurred just after 1:00 a.m. on William Cannon Dr near Highway 290, South Austin. Police said that a person was hit by a passing vehicle as he was attempting to cross the highway. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased by emergency crews who responded to the scene. His identification was not immediately disclosed pending notification of his next of kin.
Meanwhile, the driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene. He is cooperating with the investigators.
A preliminary investigation shows that the victim was crossing the highway against the traffic lights and outside the designated crosswalk.
It was not clear if charges are expected to be filed against the driver.
We offer our sincerest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength to go through this difficult time in your life. We believe that the Harris County Police 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 have been involved in a car accident with 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. 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.
