45-Year-Old Woman Killed in Sharpstown Pedestrian Accident on Southwest Freeway

Sharpstown, Texas (May 17, 2023) – A 45-year-old woman was hit and killed by a vehicle Monday night in the Sharpstown area, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 8:20 p.m., May 15, in the 7000 block of the Southwest Freeway.

Police said the woman was walking on the sidewalk when she was struck by a Ford F-150 pickup truck that was trying to make a right turn out of a private driveway.

The 44-year-old driver continued to exit onto the feeder road without stopping and then returned to the scene immediately.

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Her name has not been released.

The driver was not impaired.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

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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