Austin, TX (November 21, 2023) A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and seriously injured on Tuesday morning on FM 812, near the Circuit of the Americas, according to authorities. The collision occurred shortly after 3:00 a.m., between State Highway 130 and COTA.
Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) arrived at the scene and found the pedestrian on the ground. Paramedics began performing CPR to the victim as they were taking them to a local hospital for treatment.
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They had first called for a STAR Flight to come and rush the victim to the hospital. The helicopter arrived at the scene and landed at the COTA parking lot, but the flight was put on hold and then canceled after the victim went into cardiac arrest, according to the Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services. He was rushed to the hospital via ambulance in critical condition.
Authorities are investigating this accident to try and determine what exactly happened and why the pedestrian was struck. The investigation is being led by the Department of Public Safety. The victim’s name has not been revealed nor has his condition.
Liability In Austin Pedestrian Accidents
Thousands of pedestrians are killed or seriously injured every year in pedestrian accidents. According to the Centers for Disease Control, “An estimated 137,000 pedestrians were treated in emergency departments for nonfatal crash-related injuries in 2017. Per trip, pedestrians are 1.5 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to be killed in a car crash.” There are a number of factors that could lead to a pedestrian collision including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting pedestrians. The family of any victim that died in a pedestrian collision may have legal recourse through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating An Austin Pedestrian Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the pedestrian injured in this accident. Any person that may have information about what happened should reach out to police. There needs to be some accountability for what happened.
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