Odessa – 39-year-old Rodolfo Martinez Killed in Two-Car Accident on Moss Rd
Posted on Monday, June 10th, 2019 at 6:30 am
The Odessa Police Department has identified the man who died in a fatal vehicle collision on Moss Road near Yukon Road, last Wednesday night.
According to initial reports, the incident took place at around 10:17 p.m. A Chevrolet Camaro was seen heading west on Yukon when a Chevrolet Tahoe attempted to overtake it, resulting in a collision. Police said that one of the vehicles reportedly overturned.
The driver of the Tahoe, identified as 39-year-old Rodolfo Martinez, sustained serious injuries from the force of the impact. He was immediately transported to Medical Center Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Investigators said that Martinez was not wearing a seat belt at the time.
While, the driver of the Camaro, an 18-year-old resident of Odessa, was also rushed to Medical Center Hospital for further care. His injuries were considered non-life-threatening.
An investigation is underway.
According to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), car accidents happen almost every minute of every day, and for every 16 minutes, a car accident occurs that results in death. That is roughly about 6 million car accidents every year and 90 people dying in car accidents every day in the U.S. alone. Driving while distracted, under the influence of alcohol, and at an unsafe speed are three most common causes of car accidents.
If you are a victim of a car accident, or you know someone who is, or you lost a loved one because of this, then please don’t hesitate to ask for help. The police will always be there to help you, but more than that, car accident lawyers are always willing to help you in protecting your rights and getting you the justice that you deserve. They will also help you file a lawsuit and get fair and just compensation for physical and emotional trauma you experienced.
