Rains County – Emory Man Killed in a Pedestrian Crash on State Highway 19
Posted on Wednesday, August 14th, 2019 at 12:32 pm
A 62-year-old Emory man was pronounced deceased on State Highway 19 after getting hit by a car, Monday morning.
Just after 6:00 a.m., DPS troopers responded to SH 19 in the city of Emory to assist in a vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. According to the report, a 2017 Dodge Charger was seen heading south on the highway when it hit a pedestrian that was attempting to go to the other side of the road. The impact of the collision killed the pedestrian instantly. He was later identified as Gary Michael Bishop, 62, of Emory. Authorities took him to Murray-Orwosky Funeral Home in Sulphur Springs.
The driver of the Dodge was identified as Laura J. Fair, 43, of Sulphur Springs. It was not confirmed if she sustained injuries from the force of the impact.
No citations have been made as the investigation is still in progress.
We believe that when someone loses a loved one from a car accident, they do not only suffer emotionally but financially as well. If you or your loved one is a victim of a car accident caused by wrongful actions or due to negligence, you may have the right to file for legal claims. Most of the time, families who are left behind after a tragic loss are not aware of their rights and the legal processes needed to obtain fair and just compensation. In times like this, you would need a professional who can provide you with all the support you need as you go through this difficult time. Talk to your personal injury or car accident lawyer for assistance.
According to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), car accidents happen almost every minute of the day, and for every 16 minutes, a car accident occurs that results in death. So that is about 6 million car accidents every year and 90 people dying in car accidents every day in the U.S. alone. Despite the government’s aggressive efforts to keep these cases down, Texas remains the worst state in the country for alcohol-involved car crashes.
