Teen Passenger Dies in Highway 86 DUI Collision [Tulia, TX]

Tulia, TX (January 11, 2023) – At around 4:00 a.m. on Sunday, a 15-year-old passenger from Tulia lost his life in a Highway 86 DUI collision.

The traffic collision happened on the westbound freeway, four miles east of Tulia.

According to Texas DPS, a 2019 Chrysler 300 was westbound on the freeway when it struck a concrete culvert. The vehicle was thrown into the air and rolled over.

Two unsecured passengers were thrown from the vehicle during the rollover. One of them was the 15-year-old who later died from his injuries in a local hospital.

The medical team rushed the driver with two other passengers to an area hospital with serious injuries.

The authorities investigating the Tulia fatal vehicle collision said speed and alcohol were factors in the accident. 

Meanwhile, the Texas Highway Patrol is investigating the collision.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our sympathies to the family and friends of the person who died in the Highway 86 DUI collision. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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The Aftermath of Fatal Collision

Following the Tulia fatal vehicle collision, it is vital to make sure that the bereaved are legally covered so they can grieve in peace.

Furthermore, hiring a legal expert who can help you with a possible wrongful death claim is one of the best decisions one could make.

Moreover, it is helpful to know that each state has its own laws covering who can file a wrongful death suit on behalf of the deceased.

These people are related to or depend financially on the victim. The law usually allows the following people to file a wrongful death case:

• Surviving spouses
• Domestic partners (registered domestic partnership)
• Children of the deceased
• Financial dependents, parents, and minors under the care of the deceased
• Personal representatives

To the loved ones of the deceased in the Highway 86 DUI collision, reach out to our wrongful death lawyers. Let us help you discover if you are eligible to file a case on behalf of your departed loved one.

We at Sweet Lawyers are confident we can tackle your wrongful death lawsuit and help you recover. Our legal experts are here to guide you through a legal claim related to the Tulia fatal vehicle collision.

Call our offices right now at (800) 674 7852 and let us help you get justice for your family. Additionally, our consultation is totally free and confidential.