5 Injured in 6-Vehicle Crash on Lake Palestine Bridge in Chandler

5 Injured in 6-Vehicle Crash on Lake Palestine Bridge in Chandler

Five Injured in Chandler Six-Vehicle Crash on Lake Palestine Bridge

Chandler Six-Vehicle Crash

5 Injured in 6-Vehicle Crash on Lake Palestine Bridge in Chandler

Chandler, Texas – Five people were injured Thursday morning in a multi-vehicle crash in Chandler, according to a local news source.

The crash happened around 8:20 a.m., on South FM 315 over the Lake Palestine Bridge.

According to the report, six vehicles were involved in the crash.

Four people were taken by ground ambulance to the hospital for treatment. A fifth person was airlifted to the hospital for treatment.

No further details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

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.

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