Lubbock – Benjamin Martinez Died Following a Bicycle Accident on North Detroit Avenue
Posted on Wednesday, June 26th, 2019 at 3:29 am
The Lubbock Police Department has released the name of the bicyclist who died in a collision with a pickup truck on North Detroit Avenue, according to a local news source.
Police said that the victim was identied as 56-year-old Benjamin Martinez.
Based on a preliminary investigation, Martinez was riding his bicycle near the intersection of North Detroit and Emory Street when a pickup truck that was attempting to make a turn struck him. The impact of the collision left the bicyclist with serious injuries. He was rushed to UMC where he later died of his injuries.
The driver of the pickup truck, identified only as a woman, did not suffer any injuries. Her identification has yet to be released.
No charges have been made as the investigation is still in progress.
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.
