One Killed and Two Injured in Groom Two-Vehicle Crash on I-40

Groom, Texas (February 22, 2020) – One person was killed, and two others were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Friday, west of Groom, DPS said.

The fatal crash occurred on Friday, February 21, on Interstate 40.

DPS said a semi-truck crossed over the center median into the eastbound lane of the interstate and hit the driver’s side of a Jeep.

The Jeep driver was declared dead at the scene.

Two people in the semi-truck were taken to Northwest Texas Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

No other details regarding the crash were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with the truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a personal injury lawyer or a wrongful death lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have lost a loved one in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

To speak to an attorney  Click to call: 281-943-5555.