Yosjani Armas-Soler Killed in Orange County 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 10

Orange County, Texas (December 10, 2020) – One person was killed in an 18-wheeler crash Wednesday morning in Orange County, according to the DPS.

The deadly crash happened around 9:30 a.m., December 9, on Interstate 10.

According to a preliminary investigation, an 18-wheeler was traveling westbound in the middle traffic lane of the interstate when it broke down and was rear-ended by another 18-wheeler driven by Yosjani Armas-Soler, 35, of Channelview.

Armas-Soler’s 18-wheeler caught fire after the collision.

Armas-Soler was pronounced dead at the scene.

The other driver was uninjured in the crash.

The westbound traffic lanes were closed following the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Yosjani Armas-Soler.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with the truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a wrongful death lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have lost a loved one in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

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