Dimmit County, TX — March 31, 2025, a man sustained injuries following a semi-truck accident at around 9:50 p.m. along U.S. 83/Catarina Boulevard.
Authorities say the incident took place off the corner of Catarina Boulevard and San Francisco Avenue.
Preliminary statements on the accident say that a 49-year-old man was on foot at the time in the area of the highway. While there, a southbound International semi-truck hit the man. As a result of the collision, the pedestrian sustained serious injuries.
Right now, further information about the accident cannot be confirmed pending more thorough investigations.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When people see pedestrian accidents, they’re generally quick to jump to conclusions. But just like any serious accident, it’s important to have all the facts. There could always be extenuating circumstances to consider.
Have authorities examined road conditions? Lighting in the area? Signage? Is this an area known for pedestrian accidents? Was alcohol a factor? Did the truck have a dash cam? Was there a nearby business or residence with a security camera that had a view of the road?
Likely or not, investigations should be able to rule out these potential factors. If they don’t, they could leave important issues unaddressed, and they could end up coming to a conclusion that undiscovered evidence might contradict. That’s why it’s sometimes best in these situations to have more than one set of eyes looking things over to ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
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