Mission police find vehicle involved in fatal hit-and-run

MISSION — Mission police say they have located the vehicle that was involved in a fatal, hit-and-run, auto-pedestrian accident. However, the name of the victim still has not been released, and a suspect has not been arrested.

The accident happened about 4:30 p.m. December 22 at the intersection of 1st Street, and Conway Avenue in Mission. The driver left the scene following the impact, but surveillance video of the incident showed the vehicle involved was a white sedan.

“We did find the vehicle,” Mission Police Spokesman Art Flores told ValleyCentral. “One of our officers lives close by the homeowner’s vehicle and we did locate the vehicle. We’re just gathering all the evidence, putting it together, speaking to the persons of interest.”

Flores went on to say that investigators have one person-of-interest they are interviewing, and will release more information as details as the investigation develops.

“At this point, the charges are still pending. We want to review everything and put it all together and bring closure to the family,” Flores said, according to ValleyCentral.

How to collect damages following a hit and run accident

You and your attorney can hold an at-fault driver responsible for an accident if the driver remains at the scene, or if he/she is apprehended later. However, if they are not found, the process becomes more complex.

In this situation, you would have to file a claim for compensation with your own insurance company. This is possible through uninsured motorist (UM) coverage. While UM insurance is not required in Texas, your insurance company, by law, must at least offer it to you so you can be covered in situations like hits-and-runs.

Many Texans assume their insurance company has their best interests in mind, but this is not always the case. Insurance companies will often attempt to pay accident victims the lowest amount of compensation possible for their losses.

Before signing a settlement with your insurance company, it is essential to speak to an attorney. He or she will review every aspect of your case, including your medical bills and other expenses, to determine the total value of your claim.

The J. Gonzalez Law Firm will be your fierce advocate when negotiating with your insurance company to ensure your claim is not devalued or denied. The expert personal injury attorneys at J. Gonzalez understand how challenging recovering from an accident can be. They are committed to making the claims process as straightforward as possible.

To schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your case, call 1-800-CAR-CRASH today!

Source: https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/mission-police-locate-vehicle-in-fatal-hit-and-run/