Sherman – Claudia Lechuga-Anaya Died after Vehicle Crash on SH 15
Posted on Thursday, June 13th, 2019 at 2:29 am
The passenger who died in a fatal car accident on State Highway 15 has been identified by Sherman law enforcement officials, according to a local news source.
The fatality was identified as Claudia Lechuga-Anaya, 28. She was a resident of Spearman.
At around 1:39 a.m., local troopers were dispatched to SH 15, around nine miles east of Stratford, in response to a call reporting a collision. A vehicle was seen traveling along the highway when it struck a black bull that was standing at the middle of the road. The passenger, Claudia Lechuga-Anaya, sustained injuries as a result of the collision. She was rushed to a hospital in Lubbock where she was pronounced deceased. The driver of the car, identified as Gerardo Pena, 38 of Spearman, and a one-year-old child were also rushed to an area hospital for further medical care. They were later released after receiving treatment.
The Texas Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
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.
