Alvin, TX — March 27, 2024, Connie Hall, Jose Jimenez Torres, and Vilma Torres were injured in an alleged drunk driving accident on Highway 35.
According to initial statements from authorities, the crash took place at around 4:00 p.m. at the intersection of Highway 35 and FM 517.
It appears that 62-year-old Connie Hall was in a Jeep Cherokee stopped on westbound FM 517 at the Highway 35 intersection light. Across the way were 60-year-old Jose Torres and 61-year-old Vilma Torres, who were stopped at the light in a Hyundai Veracruz. Authorities say the lights became green, and both Hall and Torres proceeded into the intersection. That’s when another Jeep going northbound allegedly ran the light, crashing into Hall and the Torreses.
As a result of the crash, Connie Hall sustained apparently serious injuries. Jose and Vilma Torres reportedly had possible minor injuries.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
Right now, it’s alleged that the driver who allegedly ran the light was under the influence of alcohol when the crash occurred. If these allegations prove to be true, 4:00 p.m. on a Wednesday isn’t when most would expect to encounter a drunk driver. It is certainly less common. That said, I’ve had hundreds of cases against negligent alcohol providers contributing to drunk driving accidents, and they happen at all times of the day.
Simply put, people don’t just get drunk late at night at bars or clubs. Restaurants can have happy hours. Brunch spots can serve bottomless mimosas. Grocery stores and liquor stores can sell alcohol to someone who’s already had too much. And of course, some people will just drink on their own at any time of day. By keeping this in mind, my hope is people take all drunk driving accidents seriously. Whatever is or isn’t likely, it’s still important to rule out or confirm possibilities (such as a complicit negligent alcohol provider) to make sure no wrongdoers are let off the hook. I don’t see why this crash would be an exception.
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