Driver Hospitalized After San Angelo Two-Vehicle Crash at Austin Street and Avenue N

San Angelo, Texas (December 12, 2020) – A driver was injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in San Angelo, according to police.

The crash happened around lunchtime, December 11, at the intersection of Austin Street and Avenue N.

Police said a white GMC truck was traveling westbound on Avenue N when it attempted to turn left onto Austin Street. It failed to yield the right of way and crashed into a maroon Hyundai Elantra, which was traveling eastbound on Avenue N.

The Elantra driver was taken to Shannon with non-life-threatening injuries.

The GMC driver was cited for failure to yield the right of way when making a left turn.

The police are investigating the crash.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; 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 while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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