Angel Gonzalez Killed in South Bexar County 18-Wheeler Crash on State Highway 16

Bexar County, Texas (November 20, 2021) – The person who was killed early Wednesday morning in an 18-wheeler crash in South Bexar County has been identified as Angel Gonzalez,21, according to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.

The fatal crash happened around 5:15 a.m., November 17, in the 20000 block of State Highway 16 South, between Loop 1604 and Smith Road.

Deputies said a Nissan Rogue was traveling southbound on the highway when an 18-wheeler apparently pulled out in front of it. The Nissan then went under the 18-wheeler and got lodged underneath it.

The Rogue driver, Gonzalez, was pronounced dead at the scene. 

The crash remains under investigation.

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.

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