Gladewater – Motorcyclist Injured on Highway 271
Posted on Thursday, April 4th, 2019 at 3:00 am
A hit-and-run driver is at large after a motorcycle accident on Highway 271, between Gladewater and Gilmer, Tuesday afternoon.
In an unspecified time last Tuesday, Gladewater police officers responded to Highway 271 after receiving a call reporting a collision. According to an initial investigation, a motorcycle was traveling along the highway when it got struck by a truck that was hauling a trailer. The rider of the motorcycle sustained injuries from the force of the impact. He was rushed to a local hospital where he was listed in stable condition. His identification was not immediately released.
The driver of the truck escaped the scene of the accident. He was nowhere to be found when authorities arrived at the scene.
An investigation is ongoing.
Our sincerest sympathies go out to the family and friends of the deceased victim. May God grant you strength to go through this difficult time in your life. We believe that the Gladewater 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.
