One Injured in Orange Hit-and-Run Boating Accident on Sabine River at Old Cow Bayou

Orange, Texas (April 4, 2020) – A man was injured Thursday morning in a hit-and-run boating accident just south of Orange, according to officials.

The crash happened at about 11:00 a.m. April 2, where Old Cow Bayou and the Sabine River meet.

Authorities said two small aluminum boats were traveling in the opposite directions when they collided.

A man was taken to Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont with a large laceration to his hip and possible fractures of the hip and pelvic area.

The other boater fled the scene without rendering aid. The boat was described as a 14 foot to 16-foot long camouflage aluminum boat.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

Waterways are as likely as a paved roadway to be the scene of tragedy when an accident occurs. With a variety of factors contributing to such incidents, boats have steering and braking challenges especially for operators who lack proper skills. If you have been a victim of a boating accident, consult the Houston attorneys at Joel A. Gordon & Associates for a complimentary consultation to discuss the details of your case.

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