Officers Apprehend Martin Mendez-Jimenez in Austin Deadly Collision
Austin, TX (September 1, 2023) – On August 27, a sedan driver died and the authorities arrested Martin Mendez-Jimenez in a N Lamar Boulevard fatal accident.
Austin police responded to the 9600 block area wherein a collision between the driver of a two-door car and the driver of a sedan took place.
The two-door car driver tried to flee the scene but was subdued until the authorities arrived.
As the witnesses helped on getting the passenger out of the sedan, the sedan driver got out of the vehicle and laid down next to the vehicle due to injuries.
Afterward, a pedestrian approached to help the sedan driver, however, a pick-up truck driven by Martin Mendez-Jimenez struck both the pedestrian and the sedan driver.
Unfortunately, the sedan driver died on the accident scene.
The pedestrian and the sedan passenger were transported to a hospital with serious injuries while the two-door car’s driver was seriously injured and was transported to the hospital in critical condition.
Mendez-Jimenez left the crash scene but was followed by a witness until the authorities could locate him.
Sweet Lawyers extends our condolences to the deceased’s family in the Lamar Boulevard accident. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
The Aftermath of the Lamar Boulevard Fatal Accident
The Lamar Boulevard fatal accident is a clear example that despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models, the accident rate in Austin continues to increase rather than decrease.
The increasing crash rate reflects that auto accidents are becoming rampant. They are a leading cause of death for individuals ages 5-64.
As a matter of fact, according to the NHTSA, two out of three motorists will be involved in an accident during their life.
That is why it is vital to contact us if a loved one dies in a traffic accident.
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal while ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet of Sweet Lawyers.
Indeed, with our seasoned wrongful death lawyers, you only need to tend to your well-being. Our team will focus on your legal claim.
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