Startling Pedestrian Crash on Regal Drive and Hewitt Drive Injures 1 [Hewitt, TX]

Injuries Reported in Hewitt Pedestrian Accident on Regal Drive and Hewitt Drive

HEWITT, TX (November 11, 2023) – Friday morning, a startling pedestrian crash on Regal Drive and Hewitt Drive injured 1 person.

The incident happened just before 7:30 a.m. on Regal Drive and Hewitt Drive. According to a Midway Independent School District spokesperson, a male middle school student sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Reports said that a school bus struck the student near the middle school campus.

Midway Middle School Principal Jay Fischer sent the following message to parents:

“Midway Middle School Families,
“This morning, many of you may have witnessed the presence of first responders in front of Midway Middle School. Regrettably, there was an incident involving a Midway Middle School student pedestrian and a school bus. I want to reassure you that, despite the unsettling nature of the situation, the student’s injuries are non-life-threatening, and he is currently receiving appropriate medical attention.
“Please be assured that we are actively investigating the incident in full cooperation with law enforcement. Our commitment to continuously improving the overall safety of our school environment remains steadfast.

“In light of this incident, we encourage everyone to use this as a reminder to exercise heightened caution and safety while driving in school zones. With the recent time change resulting in darker mornings and the possibility of drizzling weather, it is crucial to be vigilant on the roads. Additionally, we request that you take a moment to review pedestrian safety with your student.
“Thank you for your concern and commitment to the safety of our students.”

At this time, the circumstances that led to the crash remained unclear. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.

Due to the limited information available, the public will be notified.

What’s Next after Startling Pedestrian Crash on Regal Drive and Hewitt Drive

Statewide traffic crash rates in Texas are a serious matter.
 
In fact, the Texas Department of Transportation reports a road accident every 57 seconds. Also, more crashes on Texas roadways happen on Sundays than on any other day of the week.
 
The aftershock of an accident is not something to be dealt with alone. The burden is meant to be shared; preferably, with a community that knows how to handle the effects.
 
Hence, we encourage you to speak with us today if you have suffered injuries in a pedestrian accident. At Sweet Lawyers, we understand the impact of accidents on victims and the financial difficulties they have to go through. Our seasoned personal injury lawyers will provide you with the best legal representation and guide you to a high settlement. Moreover, with over 44 years of experience in the legal field, we know how to tackle your case from all angles. For more information, call us today at (800) 674 7852.