Bastrop — Justin York Struck and Killed on Texas 71
Posted on Tuesday, March 26th, 2019 at 8:30 am
A 41-year-old pedestrian who died in a car accident on Texas 71 has been identified by local authorities, according to a local news source.
The fatality was named 41-year-old Justin York.
According to police reports, the crash took place at around 9 p.m. at the 500 block of Texas 71, near the highway’s intersection with Schaefer Boulevard. Justin York was trying to cross the eastbound lanes of the highway when he was struck by a passing vehicle. When police arrived at the scene, the pedestrian was lying on the ground, unconscious. He was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officers.
Meanwhile, the driver of the vehicle, whose identification has not yet been released, was taken to St. David’s South Austin Medical Center for further care. Authorities said that his injuries are not life-threatening and that he is expected to recover.
The eastbound lanes of the highway have been shut down for a few hours for clearing. An investigation is ongoing.
We believe that when someone loses a loved one from a car accident, they do not only suffer emotionally but financially as well. If you or your loved one is a victim of a car accident caused by wrongful actions or due to negligence, you may have the right to file for legal claims. Most of the time, families who are left behind after a tragic loss are not aware of their rights and the legal processes needed to obtain fair and just compensation. In times like this, you would need a professional who can provide you with all the support you need as you go through this difficult time. Talk to your personal injury or car accident lawyer for assistance.
According to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), car accidents happen almost every minute of the day, and for every 16 minutes, a car accident occurs that results in death. So that is about 6 million car accidents every year and 90 people dying in car accidents every day in the U.S. alone. Furthermore, the NHTSA also reports that 15% of fatal car accidents happen near intersections while the whopping 85% happen on the open road, which is the case for this particular vehicular accident.
