One Person Killed in Lubbock Pedestrian Accident on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and East 76th Street

Lubbock, Texas (June 24, 2022) – A pedestrian was killed after being struck by a semi-truck Thursday night at an intersection in Lubbock, according to the Lubbock Police Department.

At around 10:43 p.m. Thursday, June 23, the police responded to the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and East 76th Street, to investigate the report of a pedestrian having been struck by a vehicle.

The pedestrian died in the crash. The name of the victim has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

No other details about the crash were immediately provided.

The accident remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents

There are many different reasons why pedestrian 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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