35-Year-Old Man Killed in Denton County Pedestrian Accident on Highway 114

Denton County, Texas (September 3, 2023) – A 35-year-old man was killed Thursday morning in a pedestrian accident in Denton County, according to a local news source.

The deadly accident happened around 5:40 a.m., August 31, on westbound Highway 114 near the Wise and Denton county line.

According to the report, the man was driving his sedan westbound on the highway when he rear-ended an 18-wheeler. After the crash, the man got out of his sedan and ran across the westbound lanes, where he was struck by a passing 18-wheeler.

The sedan driver, a 35-year-old man from Justin, was killed in the crash. He was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the initial crash.

The crash closed the westbound lanes of the highway.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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