Lubbock – Amber Canaday Killed in Head-on Collision on Milwaukee Avenue
Posted on Tuesday, May 7th, 2019 at 7:17 am
A 24-year-old woman died following a fatal head-on collision on Milwaukee Avenue near 50th Avenue, Monday afternoon.
At around 3:30 p.m., a deadly car accident between two vehicles took place in front of Altitude Trampoline Park. According to initial reports, a gray Ford Focus heading south on Milwaukee was making a left turn on 50th when it collided with a Ford F-250 that was traveling along the northbound lanes. Police said that the F-250 suddenly drifted onto the center lane, crashing head-on with Focus.
The driver of the car, identified as 24-year-old Amber Canaday, died from the impact of the collision. Meanwhile, the driver of the truck did not sustain injuries.
Another occupant in the car was taken to an area hospital where he received medical treatment. His condition was not immediately released.
Detectives from LPD’s Major Crash Unit are investigating the crash.
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 XXX 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.
