Dred Martin Killed in Aransas Pass Pedestrian Accident on Highway 35 near Moore Avenue

Aransas Pass, Texas (January 21, 2021) – A man was killed in a pedestrian accident Wednesday evening in Aransas Pass, according to police.

The deadly accident happened just after 7:15 p.m., January 20, in the southbound lanes of Highway 35 near Moore Avenue.

Police said Dred Martin, 64, of Aransas County, was walking in the grass along the side of the highway when he crossed into the roadway and was struck by a vehicle.

Martin was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

Officers said the driver was not impaired at the time of the crash.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call Sgt. Justin Prado at 361-758-5224.

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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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