Patrick Obumnene Killed in Northwest Austin Pedestrian Accident on Parmer Lane

Austin, Texas (June 7, 2020) – The man who was fatally hit by a vehicle on May 20 in northwest Austin has been identified as 45-year-old Patrick Obumnene, of Pflugerville, according to Texas DPS.

The deadly accident occurred at about 4:42 p.m., in the 7900 block of Parmer Lane.

DPS said Obumnene was stopped in the right lane of Parmer Lane due to a flat tire on his Lexus when he was struck by a westbound 2017 Nissan NV200 that was also traveling in the right lane.

The Nissan driver swerved to avoid the Lexus but ended up hitting Obumnene.

Obumnene was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Patrick Obumnene.

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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