Corpus Christi, TX (March 4, 2024) – A driver has been arrested in connection with a deadly hit-and-run accident that took the life of another motorist in Corpus Christi on Saturday morning, March 2. The deadly accident was reported on South Padre Drive near Kostoryz Road at around 1:30 a.m. A car hit another vehicle from behind, causing the vehicle to leave the road and hit a concrete pillar at the Oh My Goodness Craft Store.
The 27-year-old woman driving the second vehicle was killed in the accident. Her 23-year-old male passenger was hurt and transported to a local hospital for treatment. The at-fault driver fled the scene, but an abandoned vehicle with significant front-end damage was later found nearby.
It was later revealed that the car belonged to 31-year-old Garner Burford. Burford is currently facing charges related to the deadly accident. No further information has been provided. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly accident is underway.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Car Crashes in Texas
A deadly car crash can happen at almost any time, and unfortunately, many Texas residents are killed and hurt in car accidents every day. The state has not gone without a car accident since November 2000. There are more than six million car crashes reported each year across the United States, resulting in millions of injuries and tens of thousands of fatalities. It can be hard to navigate the aftermath of a deadly crash on your own.
If you recently lost someone close to you in a deadly crash, you need to partner with a qualified Corpus Christi wrongful death lawyer who is ready to fight for your legal rights. It can be hard to pursue your claim alone. The legal team at The Edwards Law Firm is here to help you during this difficult time. Contact our law offices today at 361-217-6679 to get started on your case.