Woman Killed in Houston Hit-and-Run Pedestrian Accident on Westheimer Road near West Houston Center

Houston, Texas (March 16, 2020) – A woman was killed Sunday night in a hit-and-run accident in west Houston, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 9:45 p.m. March 15, in the 12100 block of Westheimer Road near West Houston Center.

Police said the woman was crossing Westheimer Road when she was struck by a westbound Mazda CX-5.

The woman was taken to the hospital where she later died. Her name has not been disclosed.

The driver of the Mazda stopped and called 911 but then fled the scene. He drove to his job, where his boss asked him to return to the scene. He was then arrested.

An investigation into the crash is underway.

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 requires 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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