La Vernia – 1 Hospitalized Following Two-Car Accident on FM 775
Posted on Thursday, August 1st, 2019 at 7:59 am
The Texas Department of Public Safety has yet to release additional information about a vehicle collision on Farm to Market Road 775 in La Vernia, July 26.
In an unspecified time last Friday, DPS troopers were called onto to FM 775 near County Road 344 after they received a call reporting a car accident. According to initial reports, the incident involved two vehicles which resulted in injuries of one person. Authorities did not clarify whether the victim was a driver or a passenger in one of the vehicles involved.
The victim, whose identity has not yet been released, was rushed to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of his injuries was not immediately disclosed.
No other injuries were reported.
Area investigators arrived at the scene to gather more details about the accident.
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 La Vernia 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.
