James Edward Johnson Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 36 near Denton Valley in Callahan County
Callahan County, TX. (August 23, 2021)- 78-year-old James Edward Johnson was killed in a two-vehicle crash on August 17, 2021 in Callahan County, Texas. The accident occurred shorty before 8:00 p.m. on Highway 36 near Denton Valley, Texas. Police reported that the driver of an eastbound 2011 Ford pickup truck lost traction, went into a spin and was struck by a westbound 2004 Chevrolet pickup truck driven by Johnson. Johnson was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Ford was transported to Hendrick Medical Center where they were treated and released. The crash remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of James Edward Johnson. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Car Accidents in Texas
Unfortunately, about 90 people lose their lives in car accidents every day throughout the country. There are numerous contributing factors that lead to fatal car accidents, but the most common factor is negligence. When drivers aren’t paying attention, even just for a few seconds, they are liable to accidentally cause an accident. If someone loses their life in a car accident, their immediate family members may be able to file wrongful death lawsuits against all liable parties.
At Benton Accident & Injury Lawyers, we help families file wrongful death lawsuits against drivers whose negligent actions killed their loved ones. We work hard to help families receive as much compensation as possible to pay for funeral expenses and more. If you lost a loved one in a car accident, contact our office today at (214) 777-7777.
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