Laredo, TX (April 3, 2024) – On Monday, April 1, a motorcyclist was injured following a two-vehicle collision in the Laredo area. The accident was reported on Highway 83 near Napoleon Street late that night at around 9:50 p.m. Local reports revealed that the victim was riding a motorbike when he was hit by an oncoming sport utility vehicle.
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene to render the necessary aid. The injured rider was treated by attending medical personnel before being transferred to a local hospital by ambulance. No other injuries have been reported at this time. No updates on the conditions of the injured party have been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Motorcycle Crashes in Texas
Traveling as a motorcyclist is far from safe. Things that are minor inconveniences to a driver, like potholes and uneven roads, can be disastrous for a rider. Unfortunately, motorcyclists are over-represented in national roadway fatalities. Statistics show that riders are nearly 28 times more likely than someone in a car to be killed in the event of a crash, and almost 80 percent of motorcycle collisions end in death or injury. An estimated one motorcyclist is killed daily on Texas roads. In 2022, there were 562 riders killed in collisions across the state, with 2,422 being injured. More than half of these deadly accidents involve other vehicles. If you or someone close to you is seriously hurt in a motorcycle crash, it is important that you are ready to get to work on your case with the help of a trained attorney.
Your very way of life can be on the line after a serious motorcycle crash. It is important that you are able to work with a trained Laredo motorcycle accident lawyer to pursue a full recovery. Contact the offices of the Edwards Law Firm today at 361-217-6679.