One Killed in Melissa Two-Vehicle Crash on Sam Rayburn Highway near Highway 5

Melissa, Texas (March 20, 2020) – One person was killed Friday morning in a traffic collision involving an 18-wheeler in Collin County, according to a local news source.

The fatal crash took place around 6:00 a.m. on the Sam Rayburn Highway near Highway 5.

According to the report, the crash involved an 18-wheeler and a car. The car was pinned underneath the cab of the truck.

One person was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s identity has not been disclosed.

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 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.

Our attorneys at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates will fight for you.

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