Callahan County, TX — January 23, 2025, a pedestrian was killed due to a semi-truck accident at around midnight along Highway 36.
According to initial details about the accident, it happened in the area of Cross Plains at Fifth Street and Comal St.
Investigators said that a 44-year-old man, unidentified at this time, was on foot. While in the area of Fifth Street, a westbound International semi-truck struck the man. As a result, the pedestrian sustained fatal injuries.
There were no other reported injuries. Authorities did not report pending charges or citations. Right now, no further information is available.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
One of the main concerns following a pedestrian accident like this is knowing if authorities gave it enough attention. People unfortunately tend to jump to conclusions with pedestrians without considering any factors beyond just who had the right-of-way. However, it’s just as important to be thorough as with any serious accident. This includes road design, signage and lighting, distracted driving, alcohol and drugs, fatigue, and other potential factors that require thorough investigations.
It’s possible authorities have already taken steps to consider all of these possibilities. However, if a victim’s loved ones feel they’re not getting the answers they need, it may help to trust those instincts and make sure there are more thorough investigations to confirm whether or not authorities missed something important.
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