San Antonio, TX (March 23, 2022) – One man has lost his life as a result of a bicycle accident on the North Side of San Antonio on Thursday evening. At around 7 p.m., on March 17, the San Antonio Police Department responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident at the Salado Creek Greenway.
Reports provided by authorities show that 53-year-old Craig Steven Gulledge was riding a bicycle at the Salado Creek Greenway, located in the 1900 block of Northeast Loop 410, during the evening hours.
As Gulledge passed the intersection near Post Oak Lane, he was struck by a westbound vehicle.
Gulledge suffered fatal injuries in the accident and was pronounced deceased at the scene.
At this time, the incident remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of Craig Steven Gulledge. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Fatal Bicycle Accidents in Texas
Hundreds of people lose their lives in pedestrian accidents across the state of Texas each year. In many instances, victims are using bicycles at the time of their crashes. We see countless bicyclists lose their lives in crashes due to the negligence of drivers. Some of the leading causes of bicycle accidents include drivers who are speeding, failing to yield the right of way, and driving while impaired.
When bicyclists live their lives in accidents, they often leave behind families who are left to endure tens of thousands of dollars in medical expenses, funeral arrangements, expenses, and more. In many instances, families lose a source of income that they have grown to depend on.
If you have lost a loved one as a result of a pedestrian accident, you must reach out to a San Antonio wrongful death attorney as soon as possible. Our team can meet with you at your earliest convenience to determine the most appropriate steps forward.
San Antonio Personal Injury Lawyers
Our San Antonio bicycle accident lawyers at Packard Law Firm are committed to helping your family during your time of need. We wholeheartedly believe that families should recover compensation to help cover the costs they face as a result of another person’s reckless and negligent actions. Our team will help your family recover compensation to help alleviate the impacts of:
- Lost earnings
- Funeral expenses
- Burial fees
- Medical costs
- Loss of companionship
- Pain and suffering
- And more
If you have lost a loved one as a result of an accident, it is crucial that you have representation you can truly trust. Our team will not only fight to protect your legal rights, but we will advocate on your behalf to ensure your best interests are represented throughout the entire legal process. If your loved one has lost their life in an accident, do not wait to get justice. Contact our Texas personal injury law firm at your earliest convenience to meet with our team to see how we can help you. Call (210) 340-8877 to schedule a free, no-obligation case evaluation to get started today.
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Disclaimer: We hope our readers will be reminded to slow down and use an abundance of caution when operating a motor vehicle to avoid being injured in a serious accident. This is not a solicitation for business. The information provided in this post does not constitute legal or medical advice. The photograph in this post was not taken at the accident scene.