Port Arthur, TX — A woman had to be taken to the hospital after being hit and run over by a truck in Port Arthur, Texas, on Monday, October 6, 2014. The accident happened in the 700 block of Stilwell Blve., around 7:45 in the morning.
No information on the driver of the truck has been released. At this point, it’s not clear if the driver fled or remained at the scene until authorities arrived.
The woman was taken to a nearby hospital. At last report, she was listed in critical condition. Her name has not been released.
Scene of the Accident
Commentary
It goes without saying that one of the many responsibilities a driver has out on the road is to be aware of their surroundings. A lot of people don’t realize this, but bicyclists have all the same rights and duties as any motorist on the road. That means that other vehicles have to yield the right of way to them when appropriate, and that a bicyclist can take up the entire lane when necessary for safety. I mention these things because a lot of people automatically assume that bicyclists are at fault whenever an accident like this occurs. Now, this isn’t to say a bicyclist is never at fault, but I think it’d be wise not to rush to judgement before all the facts are known.
— Grossman Law Offices
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