San Antonio– Tragic Austin Highway Crash Kills Pedestrian
Posted on Thursday, January 24th, 2019 at 4:29 am
A tragic pedestrian collision on Austin Highway took the life of one person last Tuesday night, reports say.
According to San Antonio police officials, a person who was in a wheelchair was attempting to cross Austin Highway when he was struck by a truck that was traveling along the northbound lanes. Based on the preliminary investigation, the pedestrian was waiting at the center of the roadway for the vehicles heading south to pass before he hit by the truck.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His identification has not been released pending notification of next of kin. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with the police. Investigators said that he was not intoxicated during the time of the crash.
We express our deepest condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength you need to get through this difficult moment in your life. We strongly believe that authorities will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
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.
