Alexander Ortiz Killed in NW Houston Pedestrian Accident on Long Point Road

Houston, Texas (June 16, 2021) – The man who was injured last week Sunday night in a hit-and-run crash in northwest Houston has died, according to the family.

54-year-old Alexander Ortiz of Houston was taken off life support Monday afternoon, June 14.

The accident happened on June 6, in the 7400 block of Long Point Road.

According to the family, Ortiz had just left a convenience store when he was struck by a vehicle.

The vehicle fled the scene after the accident.

Someone spotted Ortiz lying in the road and called for help. He was taken to Ben Taub Hospital, where he was put on life support. He was taken off life support on Monday.

The victim’s family is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest of the suspect.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with any information is asked to call Houston Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477) and can remain anonymous.

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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