One Killed, Pascual Dela-Cruz Injured in Orange Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 10

Orange, Texas (October 24, 2020) – One person was killed, and three others were injured in a hit-and-run crash Friday morning in Orange near the Louisiana state line, according to the authorities.

The fatal crash happened around 7:00 a.m., October 23, on Interstate 10.

Authorities said a commercial vehicle was traveling eastbound when it failed to control its speed and rear-ended a 2012 Honda passenger car. The force of the impact caused the driver of the Honda to lose control and crash.

The driver of the commercial vehicle fled the scene after the crash.

A passenger who was riding in the backseat of the Honda was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Honda driver, 34-year-old Pascual Dela-Cruz from Mexico, was taken to a Lake Charles hospital for treatment.

Two other passengers in the Honda were taken to a local hospital for treatment.

The authorities are looking for the hit-and-run driver. Anyone with any information is asked to call Lufkin DPS Communications at 936-699-7340.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

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 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.

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

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