El Paso, TX. (December 28, 2021)- 67-year-old Jesus Lara-Fernandez was killed in a two-vehicle crash on December 21, 2021, in El Paso, Texas. The Accident occurred around 6:00 a.m. on Loop 375 near Pan American Drive. Police reported that Lara-Fernandez was driving a 2006 Ford Ranger when he collided with an unknown Ford F-150. The impact caused the Ranger to hit a concrete barrier and fall down onto Cesar Chavez Road. Lara-Fernandez was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the F-150 fled the scene of the crash. No further details have been provided at this time. The crash remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of Jesus Lara-Fernandez. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Hit-and-Run Accidents in Texas
According to recent studies, within a 10-year time span, nearly 700,000 hit-and-run accidents occurred every year throughout the country. Unfortunately, when hit-and-run accidents occur at night, drivers are usually under the influence, in stolen vehicles, in unregistered vehicles, or have just committed a crime and fear being caught by authorities. Drivers may also have an expired license at the time of the accident as well.
Regardless of the reasoning behind fleeing the scene of an accident, drivers should be held financially responsible for all damages and losses, especially if they were at fault. At The Benton Law Firm, we help families file wrongful death lawsuits against negligent drivers after losing loved ones in hit-and-run accidents. If you would like a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys, call us today at (214) 777-7777 . We understand that no amount of compensation can replace the life of a loved one, but we still like to help families alleviate the financial burdens of post-accident expenses.
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Disclaimer: The intent of this post is to provide general information to our readers and to help improve the safety and quality of life for those who live in our state. At The Benton Law Firm, we intend to honor those who are victimized in accidents across Texas. We aim to provide up to date information to the public surrounding these incidents in hopes of helping others avoid becoming victims themselves. If anyone is involved in an accident we would like to make sure they know how to respond, should a tragedy occur. Information in this post, should not be considered legal or medical advice. You should seek further assistance from a legal or medical professional if you or a loved one is a victim in an accident. The photos depicted in these posts are not representative of the actual accident scene.
