47-Year-Old Woman Killed in Houston Pedestrian Accident on Almeda Road

Houston, Texas (September 18, 2020) – A 47-year-old woman was killed in a hit-and-run crash Sunday night in Houston, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 8:30 p.m., September 13, in the 5000 block of Almeda Road.

Police said the woman was attempting to cross the street and was standing in the middle turn lane when she was struck by a southbound green Ford F-150 pickup truck, which was attempting to pass a vehicle that was stopped in a moving lane of traffic.

The Ford driver fled the scene after the accident.

The woman was taken to Ben Taub General Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Her name has not been released.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

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

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. 

If you have lost a loved one in a traffic accident, contact our law firm today to talk to an attorney who will help you in your case.

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