16-Year-Old Boy Killed in San Patricio Train-Pedestrian Accident on US Highway 77B

San Patricio, Texas (April 10, 2020) – A 16-year-old Sinton boy was fatally hit by a train Thursday morning in San Patricio, according to a local news source.

The deadly accident happened at about 4:30 a.m. April 9, on the railroad tracks along US Highway 77B, south of Sinton.

According to investigators, the boy was sleeping in the middle of the train tracks, and the engineer blew his horn as the train approached. The teen stood up and walked towards the southbound train and was hit.

The victim was killed in the accident. His name has not been released.

No further details were provided.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

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

Who May Make a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?

A wrongful death claim for a family member may be brought by spouses, children or parents. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. Texas does not permit brothers, sisters, cousins, or grandparents to assert any claims for the death of a family member.

Wrongful death claims require an attorney who understands the complexity of the damages caused by a significant loss. The lawyer representing the client has the responsibility to hire the necessary experts to help prove the case. 

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