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A deadly crash in south Austin claimed the life of a two-year-old girl and left another SUV passenger seriously injured. According to the Austin Police Department, officers responded around 9:54 p.m. Sunday to the 2700 block of South Lamar Boulevard near Menchaca Road for a two-vehicle crash involving a pickup truck and an SUV. Police said the child, identified as Abbi Sofia Romero Aular, was taken to the hospital, where she died. The pickup driver was identified as 30-year-old Keegan Shirley. He was arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault with a vehicle causing serious bodily injury. Police said Abbi was one of two passengers in the SUV, and the other passenger was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. Why This Matters Fatal crashes involving suspected drunk driving require a careful investigation. A Texas wrongful death attorney can review whether impairment, speeding, reckless driving, traffic signal violations, roadway conditions, vehicle damage, crash reconstruction evidence, or other factors contributed to the collision. Crash evidence can disappear quickly. Toxicology results, black box data, dashcam footage, surveillance video, witness statements, vehicle damage, roadway debris, police reports, and medical records may all be critical to determining what happened. How Wooley Law Can Help If your loved one was killed or seriously injured in a South Austin car accident, Travis County DWI crash, or Texas intoxication manslaughter case, your family may have the right to seek answers and pursue compensation for funeral expenses, medical bills, lost financial support, mental anguish, and loss of companionship. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A multi-vehicle crash shut down all northbound lanes of Loop 12 at Irving Boulevard, causing major traffic delays near South Highway 356. According to WFAA, Irving police responded to the crash just after 11 p.m., and the roadway was closed while crews worked the scene. Multi-vehicle crashes can be legally complicated because several drivers, insurance companies, and contributing factors may be involved. A Texas car accident attorney can investigate speed, following distance, distracted driving, unsafe lane changes, impaired driving, roadway conditions, and whether any commercial vehicle contributed to the collision. Even when injury details are still developing, people involved in serious crashes should protect their rights early. Evidence such as crash reports, witness statements, traffic camera footage, vehicle damage, and insurance information can be critical. If you or a loved one was injured in a Dallas or Irving car accident, you may have the right to pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, vehicle damage, and other losses. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A crash involving a heavy truck on northbound I-45 at SH 242 in Montgomery County highlights the dangers of 18-wheeler accidents on busy Texas highways. TxDOT listed the incident as a verified heavy-truck collision on May 4, 2026. When an accident involves a commercial truck, the investigation should look beyond the crash scene. A Texas truck accident attorney can review driver actions, speed, fatigue, maintenance records, cargo securement, black box data, dashcam footage, and whether the trucking company followed federal safety regulations. Even when injury details are still developing, victims should act quickly. Trucking companies and insurers often begin their investigations immediately, and key evidence can disappear fast. If you or a loved one was injured in a Texas 18-wheeler accident or Montgomery County truck crash, you may have the right to pursue compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A deadly multi-vehicle crash on US 59 near County Road 330 in Live Oak County left two people dead and several others injured. According to DPS, the crash happened during heavy rain when a Dodge Ram reportedly lost control, crossed into oncoming traffic, and collided head-on with a bus. A Nissan Altima traveling behind the bus swerved off the road to avoid the collision. Why This Matters Fatal crashes involving multiple vehicles require a careful investigation. A Texas wrongful death attorney can review speed, weather conditions, roadway safety, driver behavior, vehicle data, witness statements, and whether any driver or company may share responsibility. Under Texas wrongful death law, surviving spouses, children, and parents may have the right to bring a claim when a loved one’s death is caused by another party’s wrongful act, neglect, or carelessness. How Wooley Law Can Help If your loved one was killed in a Texas car accident, bus crash, or multi-vehicle collision, your family may be able to pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, mental anguish, and loss of companionship. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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In the event of a tragic loss like this, affected families may have legal rights to pursue claims for wrongful death. Understanding your options and seeking experienced legal guidance is crucial for obtaining compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and emotional distress.

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A tragic Central Texas plane crash near Wimberley killed five members of an Amarillo pickleball club who were traveling for a tournament in New Braunfels. According to NBC 5/AP, the victims were aboard a Cessna 421C, and federal authorities are leading the investigation into what caused the crash. Fatal aviation accidents require a detailed and highly technical investigation. A Texas wrongful death attorney can review aircraft maintenance records, pilot qualifications, flight history, weather conditions, air traffic communications, mechanical issues, ownership records, and whether any company or third party may share responsibility. For grieving families, the investigation is about more than determining how the crash happened. It is also about accountability, answers, and protecting their legal rights after a sudden and devastating loss. Families who lose loved ones in a Texas plane crash may have the right to pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, mental anguish, loss of companionship, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A deadly pedestrian hit-and-run on East Loop 820 in Fort Worth is under investigation after police said a man was struck near the Brentwood Stair Road exit and the vehicle did not stop. The man died at the scene, and authorities have not yet released his identity. Fatal pedestrian crashes are devastating, especially when the driver leaves the scene. Under Texas law, a driver involved in a crash that results in injury or death must stop, determine whether help is needed, and remain at the scene until legal duties are completed. A Texas wrongful death attorney can help families investigate what happened, preserve evidence, and look for available compensation through insurance coverage, witness statements, surveillance footage, crash reconstruction, and law enforcement records. Even if the hit-and-run driver has not yet been identified, families may still have legal options. In some cases, uninsured motorist coverage or other insurance claims may provide a path toward recovery. If your loved one was killed in a Fort Worth pedestrian accident or hit-and-run crash, your family deserves answers and accountability. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A deadly rollover crash on northbound Highway 75 in Denison claimed the life of a 70-year-old man after his vehicle struck a guardrail near the Crawford Street bridge and rolled multiple times. Police say he was ejected from the vehicle, and the crash remains under investigation. Even in single-vehicle crashes, families may still need answers. A Texas wrongful death attorney can investigate whether roadway design, guardrail placement, vehicle defects, tire failure, poor lighting, bridge conditions, or another outside factor contributed to the crash. Fatal rollover accidents can be complex. Evidence such as crash reports, vehicle data, roadway measurements, photos, witness statements, and maintenance records may help determine whether the crash was truly unavoidable or whether negligence played a role. If your loved one was killed in a Texas rollover accident or Highway 75 crash, your family may have legal options and the right to seek answers. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A man was killed in a Fort Worth hit-and-run crash on May 3, 2026, on East Loop 820. According to the Houston Chronicle, officers responded around 10:35 a.m. near the Brentwood Stair Road exit. Investigators said a white vehicle struck a man who police believe had jumped over the center retaining wall and was crossing the roadway on foot. The vehicle did not stop, and the man died at the scene. Police said the investigation remained ongoing. (Houston Chronicle) Fatal pedestrian crashes can leave families with many unanswered questions, especially when the driver leaves the scene. Investigators may need to determine the vehicle’s identity, whether the driver was speeding, distracted, impaired, or failed to keep a proper lookout, and whether roadway design, lighting, visibility, traffic flow, or nearby cameras may help explain what happened. In hit-and-run cases, evidence such as surveillance footage, dashcam video, debris, paint transfer, witness statements, 911 calls, and vehicle repair records can be especially important. If you lost a loved one in a Fort Worth pedestrian accident, East Loop 820 hit-and-run crash, or fatal roadway collision, you may have the right to seek justice and pursue compensation for funeral expenses, loss of companionship, mental anguish, lost financial support, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A pedestrian was killed Sunday morning in a hit-and-run crash on East Loop 820 in Fort Worth near the Brentwood Stair Road exit. Police said the man was struck while crossing the highway, and the vehicle involved did not stop. The victim died at the scene, and the crash remains under investigation. Fatal hit-and-run crashes are devastating because families are left grieving while also waiting for answers. A Texas wrongful death attorney can help investigate witness statements, traffic cameras, surveillance video, vehicle debris, crash reconstruction evidence, and uninsured motorist coverage options. Even if the driver has not yet been identified, families may still have legal paths to pursue compensation. These cases can involve insurance claims, law enforcement records, roadway conditions, and independent investigation to determine what happened. If your loved one was killed in a Fort Worth pedestrian accident or hit-and-run crash, your family deserves answers, accountability, and guidance through every legal option available. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A deadly crash in McKinney involving a stolen vehicle, a suspected DWI stop, and a high-speed pursuit left one juvenile passenger dead and another injured. Authorities say the vehicle fled from deputies, drove the wrong way, crashed at Virginia Parkway and Independence Parkway, and burst into flames. Fatal crashes involving minors are especially heartbreaking and legally complex. A Texas wrongful death attorney can investigate what led to the crash, including the driver’s actions, suspected impairment, the stolen vehicle, pursuit decisions, roadway conditions, and whether any other party may share responsibility. Even when a vehicle is stolen, families may still need to explore every possible legal option. Potential issues may include insurance coverage, negligent supervision, how the vehicle was accessed, where alcohol may have come from, and whether law enforcement pursuit policies were followed. When a young life is lost, families deserve answers. A wrongful death claim may help surviving family members pursue compensation for funeral expenses, mental anguish, loss of companionship, and other damages allowed under Texas law. If your loved one was killed in a McKinney car accident, police pursuit crash, or suspected drunk driving collision, legal help can make a difference. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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A deadly crash in Weatherford involving a City of Weatherford sanitation truck and a passenger vehicle claimed the life of 80-year-old Aurelio Padilla. Police say the collision happened on North Main Street, and the crash remains under investigation by Weatherford police and the Texas Department of Public Safety. Why This Matters When a fatal crash involves a city vehicle or sanitation truck, the legal issues can be more complex than a typical accident. A Texas wrongful death attorney can investigate whether driver error, failure to yield, distracted driving, poor visibility, vehicle maintenance, route safety, or government vehicle procedures played a role. Because this crash involved a city-operated truck, families should act quickly. Claims involving government vehicles may have special notice requirements and shorter deadlines, making early legal guidance especially important. How Wooley Law Can Help If your loved one was killed in a Weatherford truck accident or crash involving a city vehicle, your family may have the right to seek answers and pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost financial support, mental anguish, and loss of companionship. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.