Brady- Head-on Collision on Highway 87 Sends One to Hospital
Posted on Wednesday, May 8th, 2019 at 11:18 am
At least one person was taken to a hospital following a fatal car accident involving a truck on US Highway 87 North, early Monday morning.
At around 3:25 a.m., Brady firefighters responded to the scene of the crash on US 87. According to initial reports, a red pickup truck collided with an 18-wheeler truck. The complete details of the incident remain unclear at this time but it was confirmed that the driver of the truck was rushed to a hospital via ambulance with injuries that were considered non-life threatening. No words on whether or not the driver of the pickup truck sustained injuries from the force of the impact.
Local investigators were requested at the scene to determine the cause of the accident. Melvin Volunteer Fire Department and the Texas Department of Public Safety also arrived to assist in the clearing.
This is a developing story.
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 Brady 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.
