1 Injured after Car, Pickup Truck Collide on Irving Street in San Angelo

1 Injured after Car, Pickup Truck Collide on Irving Street in San Angelo

One Hospitalized after San Angelo Crash on Irving Street at Harris Avenue

San Angelo, Texas (June 9, 2022) – One person was injured when a car collided with a Pickup Truck Wednesday afternoon in San Angelo, according to a local news source.

The collision took place on Irving Street at Harris Avenue, near the Tom Green County Courthouse, on June 8.

As per the local news report, a Chevy pickup was traveling northbound on Irving Street when the driver failed to yield while trying to make a left turn onto Harris Avenue.

The pickup reportedly traveled directly into the path of a Dodge Dart that was heading southbound. Both vehicles ultimately collided at the intersection.

The driver of the Dodge was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No one else was injured.

The pickup driver was charged with failing to yield the right of way.

Further details regarding the collision were immediately provided.

The accident remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, 18-wheeler, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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