Tyler – Steven Joseph Almanza Dies in Deadly Car Accident on FM 14
Posted on Tuesday, April 16th, 2019 at 5:52 am
Local officials have identified the Dallas man who died in a vehicle collision on Farm to Market 14 Road in Wood County, Saturday.
The deceased victim was named as 28-year-old Steven Joseph Almanza. He’s driving a 2005 Toyota Highlander when the accident took place.
According to initial reports, a vehicle driven by 17-year-old Emily Catherine Moore was heading south on FM 14 when it drifted onto the opposing lanes and collided head on with Almanza’s Toyota.
The impact of the collision left Almanza with serious injuries. He was rushed to a local hospital where he later died. A passenger in his vehicle also sustained injuries and was listed in critical condition in an area hospital. She was later identified as Jenny Paine, 31, of Dallas.
Authorities are still determining the reason why Moore hydroplaned onto the northbound lane of FM 14. An investigation is ongoing.
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/DUI 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.
