Falls County – Driver Seriously Injured in Vehicle Collision on FM 1771
Posted on Wednesday, June 19th, 2019 at 9:17 pm
At least one person was sent to a local hospital after getting involved in a major vehicle accident on Farm to Market 1771 Road, early Tuesday afternoon.
According to initial reports, the crash occurred at the intersection of FM 1771 and County Road 249 north of Reagan. An 18-wheeler which was hauling dirt was seen traveling along the highway when, for yet unknown reasons, it drifted onto the opposing lanes, causing the rig to overturn. It ended up on its side and appeared to be heavily damaged.
The driver was ejected from the vehicle as a result of the crash. His identification has yet to be released pending notification of the victim’s next of kin.
The Falls County Police Department arrived at the scene to determine who was at fault.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the families of the injured victim. We are hoping and praying for their fast recovery.
Car collisions are extremely prevalent in Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, one person is getting injured in approximately two minutes. Unfortunately, despite the government’s aggressive efforts to educate drivers about safety, the cases of speeding, driving under the influence, and negligence are still on the rise. In fact, most of the common causes of accidents in the state are due to the driver’s lack of awareness and precaution.
Knowing the statistics helps us to be more aware of how our choices can affect other people’s lives. For instance, driving while under the influence of alcohol and illegal drugs dramatically increases your risk of being involved in a crash by roughly 16% and 24%, respectively. While these cases are extremely dangerous, these can be prevented by making the right decisions. So before hitting the road, know that car accidents leave scars and trauma that can be devastating for the victims. For this reason, it is important that you take all the necessary precautions to avoid it.
