Dallas – Olivia Mendez Died in Tragic Car Crash on Lake June Road

Dallas Police Department has released the identification of the 9-year-old girl who died in a suspected drag racing incident on Lake June Road, Friday evening.

According to initial reports, the incident took place at around 7:30 p.m. at the 10700 block of Lake June Road. Three vehicles, described as Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Ford Mustang, were reportedly drag racing along the eastbound lanes of the road when the Challenger collided with a Chevrolet Impala heading west off Lake June Road.

The impact of the collision ejected a back seat passenger in the Impala who was later identified as Olivia Mendez, 9. Mendez was immediately taken to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. Another passenger, identified only as a 3-year-old child, was also sent to Children’s Medical Center where he was listed in critical condition.

The crash remains under investigation.

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 Dallas 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 hit-and-run or 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.