Cynthia Martinez Killed in Big Spring Bicycle Accident on Interstate 20

Big Spring, Texas (October 20, 2020) – The bicyclist who was killed Sunday morning in a hit-and-run crash in Big Spring has been identified as Cynthia Martinez, 30, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 7:30 a.m., October 18, in the 200 block of North East 12th Street (the access road on the south side of Interstate 20).

Police said Martinez was riding her bicycle eastbound on the service road when she was struck by a vehicle.

The driver of the vehicle fled the scene without rendering aid.

Martinez was pronounced dead at the scene.

The authorities are looking for the suspect. 

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call Sgt. John Haynes at 432-264-2558, or to contact CrimeStoppers at 432-263-8477 or www.p3tips.com/1277. 

A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest.

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

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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