WESLACO — The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating an auto-pedestrian fatality north of Elsa. According to a Texas DPS news release, the fatal crash happened June 9 on FM 1925 (Monte Christo Road), west of Engleman Road at 4:34 a.m.
The news release states that a gray Chrysler Town & Country van, occupied only by the driver, was traveling east on FM 1925 west of Engleman Road.
A man crossing FM 1925 from north to south and was hit by the Chrysler, went airborne, landed on the windshield of a pickup truck headed in the same direction, before landing on the pavement of the road.
The victim was identified as 36-year-old Juan Eufracio Lopez Gutierrez of Edcouch. He died from his injuries at the scene, according to the DPS report. The driver of the Chrysler and the occupants of the truck were not injured.
DPS Troopers were still investigating the fatal crash on Engleman Road as of this writing. There was no indication that charges would be filed in the case.
The personal injury attorneys at the J. Gonzalez Law Firm want to help reduce the risk of incidents such as the above fatality on FM 1925. Here are few safety tips that you and your loved ones should follow when walking along a street in the dark.
Carry a light source
A flashlight, headlamp, or a blinking light attached to clothing can greatly help drivers see you from a much greater distance at night. Being aware of your presence allows drivers more time to slow down and be prepared if pedestrian should happen to veer into the street.
Wear bright clothing
Bright colored clothing is another helpful pedestrian indicator for drivers. Black or dark clothing will greatly obscure your presence at night.
Use only designated sidewalks and crosswalks
Pedestrians should never walk along a roadway that has no sidewalk. Neither should pedestrians use the shoulder of a road as a walking path. The shoulder is for vehicles only. Pedestrians should only cross a road at a designated crosswalk. Drivers must give the right of way for pedestrians who are crossing the street in a marked crosswalk.
Pay Attention
Most people refuse to go anywhere without their cell phone. That includes when they go out for a walk, but when you are walking, especially at night, you should practice proper pedestrian safety by keeping your eyes up and focused on what is around you.
Contact J. Gonzalez if you need help with a pedestrian accident
Pedestrian safety is mainly the duty of the pedestrian, but sometimes pedestrians who follow all the rules are still injured by careless drivers. f you believe you were injured due to a driver’s negligence while you were walking at night safely, the J. Gonzalez Law Firm will handle the personal injury claim process while you focus on your recovery.
Contact us today via this website or by calling 1-800-CAR-CRASH.
