Georgia Salas Killed in Houston Pedestrian Accident on Lyons Avenue; Nicolas Martinez Arrested

Houston, Texas – A man was killed on Tuesday in a hit-and-run accident in northeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

The deadly accident occurred around 6:05 p.m., February 6, in the 7200 block of Lyons Avenue.

Police said Georgia Salas, 65, was walking on the sidewalk when she was struck by a Nissan Rogue that was leaving a private parking lot.

Salas was taken to the hospital where she was pronounced dead.

The Nissan driver, Nicolas Lopez Martinez, 50, fled the scene but was later arrested and charged with failure to render aid. He was booked into the Harris County Jail. Additional charges are possible, pending the outcome of the investigation, which is ongoing.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign, or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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