Tyler – Pedestrian Collision near Loop 323

Tyler law enforcement officials are conducting an investigation regarding a collision involving a pedestrian on Chandler Highway, early Monday morning.

According to initial reports, the accident took place at around 4:50 a.m. Local troopers responded to Chandler Highway near Loop 323 after receiving a call reporting a car accident. Police said that a vehicle was seen traveling along the area when a pedestrian walked in front of oncoming traffic, resulting in a crash.

The impact of the collision left the victim with various injuries. He was rushed to an area hospital where he was listed in stable condition. His identification has not been released at this time.

The driver of the vehicle involved was not hurt. He is not expected to be charged.

Authorities continue to investigate the case.

Our deepest sympathies go out to the families of the injured victim. We are hoping and praying for their fast recovery.

Car collisions are extremely prevalent in Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, one person is getting injured in approximately two minutes. Unfortunately, despite the government’s aggressive efforts to educate drivers about safety, the cases of speeding, driving under the influence, and negligence are still on the rise. In fact, most of the common causes of accidents in the state are due to the driver’s lack of awareness and precaution.

Knowing the statistics helps us to be more aware of how our choices can affect other people’s lives. For instance, driving while under the influence of alcohol and illegal drugs dramatically increases your risk of being involved in a crash by roughly 16% and 24%, respectively. While these cases are extremely dangerous, these can be prevented by making the right decisions. So before hitting the road, know that car accidents leave scars and trauma that can be devastating for the victims. For this reason, it is important that you take all the necessary precautions to avoid it.