35-Year-Old Man Killed in Hit-and-Run on East Loop South in Houston; Alma Zavala Arrested
35-Year-Old Man Killed in Houston Pedestrian Accident on East Loop South; Alma Zavala Arrested
35-Year-Old Man Killed in Hit-and-Run on East Loop South in Houston; Alma Zavala Arrested
Houston, Texas – A 35-year-old man was killed on Wednesday in a hit-and-run accident in Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
The deadly accident happened around 6:20 p.m., May 1, in the 600 block of East Loop South (East Interstate Highway 610 South).
Police said a man was walking on the shoulder of the freeway when a silver Mazda CX5 veered into the shoulder and struck him.
The man was taken to Ben Taub General Hospital where he was pronounced dead. His name has not been released.
The Mazda driver, Alma Alicia Zavala, 32, fled the scene and was stopped by several witnesses, not far from the crash scene. She was not intoxicated at the time of the accident. She has been charged with failure to stop and render aid
The police are investigating the crash.
Common Causes of Automobile Accidents
There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, 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.
To speak with an attorney Click to call: 281-943-5555.
