Tow Truck Driver Killed in Northwest Freeway Collision [Harris County, TX]

Harris County, TX (February 14, 2024) – A tow truck driver sustained fatal injuries following a Northwest Freeway collision Tuesday night.

Houston TranStar said the fatal collision unfolded in the eastbound lanes of the freeway inside Beltway 8.

According to the investigating officers, the tow truck driver was out of his truck loading another vehicle when another vehicle struck him.

The paramedics rushed the tow truck driver who was in fair condition to a hospital. However, while he was being transported, his condition deteriorated and became in critical condition.

He was later declared deceased.

Meanwhile, the other driver stayed at the scene and didn’t show any signs of DUI.

Troopers are investigating.

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Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved family of the person killed in the Northwest Freeway collision. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Northwest Freeway Collision Results in Fatality

Nowadays, unexpected death can happen anytime. Sadly, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.

Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, traffic accidents, and more.

Additionally, when the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, and much more.

Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case and how it can help you and your family.

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