DPS Trooper Injured in Angelina County Pedestrian Accident on State Highway 94 near Lufkin

Angelina County, Texas (May 10, 2020) – A DPS trooper was struck by a vehicle Saturday evening in Angelina County, just west of Lufkin, according to a DPS report.

The accident happened at about 8:30 p.m. May 9, on State Highway 94.

According to the report, the trooper was outside of his marked patrol vehicle, with emergency lights activated, during a traffic stop when he was struck by a vehicle which was traveling at a reduced speed.

The driver stayed at the scene after the accident.

The trooper was taken to CHI St. Luke’s Hospital in Lufkin with non-life threatening injuries.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

“When a person has suffered a grave personal injury in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, the most overwhelming emotion they feel is a sense of injustice. They often ask how such a life-altering event could have happened to them,” attorney Joel A. Gordon said. “The next question usually is, who can help me?” Mr. Gordon added.

A legal advocate can represent an injury victim or the family of a deceased victim. The attorney will file a claim on behalf of the victim and will have the responsibility of citing existing codes, laws, or statues which were violated.

To speak with an attorney,  Click to call: 281-943-5555.