Trooper Struck by Car on State Highway 94 in Angelina County near Lufkin

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.