Jose Rodriguez Killed in Alamo Pedestrian Crash on SH 496 near FM 1423

Alamo, Texas (September 17, 2021) – A 50-year-old man was killed Wednesday night in a hit-and-run accident in Alamo, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

The deadly accident happened just after 8:00 p.m., September 15, on State Highway 496, west of FM 1423.

DPS said Jose I. Rodriguez was crossing the highway when he stopped in the middle of the roadway and was struck by a pickup truck.

Rodriguez was pronounced dead at the scene.

The pickup truck fled the scene after the accident.

The authorities are looking for a possibly black pick-up truck with damage to its front bumper.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with any information on the driver or vehicle is asked to call the DPS office at 956-565-7600.

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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