Glen Rose, TX (December 14, 2023) Stephen Gibson, an investigator with the Somervell County Sheriff’s Office lost his life in a 2-vehicle crash on State Highway 144 near Glen Rose. The accident occurred at approximately 6:45 a.m. according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Officers reported that Gibson was heading north on State Highway 144 when a white pickup truck, driving south, lost control on the highway. The pickup ended up hitting Gibson’s vehicle. Emergency crews arrived at the scene and found the two damaged vehicles. Paramedics rushed to help anyone who needed medical attention and found Investigator Gibson deceased. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Gibson had served as a peace officer in Texas for over 25 years, authorities said. His presence and his service will be greatly missed.
Officers are unsure as to why the driver of the pickup lost control on Highway 144. They are investigating to try and determine what exactly caused this fatal collision. There is no news, as of now, of the pickup driver’s condition, or whether or not he was even injured in this crash. The investigation is being headed by the Department of Public Safety.
Who Is At Fault In A Glen Rose Collision
Although safety measures for vehicles have improved over the years, car accidents remain one of the leading causes of severe injuries and even death in the United States. More than 32,000 people are killed and 2 million injured in car accidents each year, according to the CDC. Several things contribute to car accidents, such as distracted driving, drunk driving, inclement weather, dangerous turns, speeding and even roads that are poorly designed.
Every driver is legally obligated to avoid causing accidents. This holds even more true for commercial drivers who work for the city. A large number of collisions are due to drivers who make dangerous left turns.
If a negligent driver worked for a city, that city could potentially be liable in the event of an accident. Generally speaking, employers are vicariously liable for the negligent actions of their employees – insofar as those employees were working within the course and scope of their job duties. There are a number of steps that should be taken after a car accident, such as finding any surveillance evidence of the accident, taking photos of the scene and damaged vehicles, speaking with witnesses, preserving medical records and last, but not least, a thorough investigation should be conducted.
Any victim’s family could have legal recourse through a bodily injury claim. Damages sought in a legal claim can help cover the cost of medical bills, lost wages, funeral expenses and pain and suffering. It is important that all evidence is preserved properly following a car accident. An attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what legal options you have.
The Investigation Of A Glen Rose Accident
All of us at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Stephen Gibson during this difficult time. If you have any information about this accident, you should reach out to the police. A thorough investigation must be conducted for those who have lost so much in this accident.
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