Man Riding Scooter Struck, Killed by Intoxicated Driver on Bellaire Boulevard in Houston

Man Riding Scooter Struck, Killed by Intoxicated Driver on Bellaire Boulevard in Houston

Man Killed in Houston Scooter Accident on Bellaire Boulevard near Renwick Drive

Houston, Texas (February 7, 2020) – A man riding a mobility scooter was struck and killed by a suspected DUI driver Thursday night in Houston, according to the police.

The fatal crash occurred on Thursday, February 6, in the 5800 block of Bellaire Boulevard near Renwick Drive.

Police said the man was riding a scooter when he was hit by a truck, which also crashed off the road.

The man and the truck driver were taken to the hospital where the man later died. His name has not been disclosed.

The truck driver was being investigated for signs of intoxication.

No further details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

We offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

In Texas, a driver is legally intoxicated after consuming alcohol if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08% or higher. A driver is also considered intoxicated if they don’t have the normal use of their mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol. Alcohol, however, is not the only intoxicant, as drivers can become intoxicated by ingesting prescription and illegal drugs such as crack, marijuana, and cocaine.

Regardless of what substance caused the driver’s reaction time to become significantly altered, intoxication by any means can cause terrible accidents and injuries.

Innocent victims harmed by drunk drivers are entitled to compensation for their injuries, including but not limited to medical expenses; lost wages; pain and suffering and mental anguish; physical impairment and disability; and most importantly, punitive damages to deter future conduct. If a death occurred because of a drunk driver, you will want a knowledgeable accident lawyer to bring a wrongful death action against the drunk driver.

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