Deputy John Andrew Rhoden Killed in Temple Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 35

Temple, Texas (April 27, 2020) – A Bell County deputy was struck and killed by a vehicle early Sunday morning in Temple, according to authorities.

The accident occurred at about 1:45 a.m. April 26, on Interstate 35.

Authorities said the Bell County Sheriff’s Department was called to assist the William County Sheriff’s Office in stopping a vehicle that had been pursued into Bell County.

Deputy John Andrew Rhoden, 31, was attempting to deploy spike strips on the highway when he was struck by a vehicle.

The vehicle that hit Deputy Rhoden was not the vehicle that was being pursued.

Rhoden was killed in the accident.

The 100 Club of Central Texas has activated the Survivor Fund in response to the line of duty death of Deputy Rhoden.

The authorities are investigating the accident.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Deputy John Andrew Rhoden.

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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