Man Hit, Killed by Semi-Truck in Donley County

Donley County, TX (5/5/2021) – A man was killed after being hit by a semi-truck towing two semi-trailers Wednesday morning.

The accident happened around 12:35 a.m. on US 287 when 28-year-old Clayton Shields was walking south on the inside lane of the road. An emergency vehicle was on the outside shoulder, causing the semi-truck to move from the outside lane to the inside lane.

The truck driver didn’t see Shields when the truck driver struck him. 

Shields was pronounced dead at the scene.  

Crash investigators will review all factors that may have led up to the accident and police reports will be made available in fourteen days.

Truck Accident Attorneys

For crash investigations involving 18-wheelers, ECM’s or Electronic Engine Modules will be brought in to examine how exactly the accident may have happened. ECM’s have the ability to record every facet of data that occurred while the driver was driving the tractor-trailer. From documenting brake time to monitoring idle speed control systems, ECM’s are proven to be vital evidence to every investigation.

If you live in Houston or the surrounding areas and were injured in an accident with a commercial truck or bus, call the truck accident lawyers at Sutliff & Stout today. Our experienced truck accident lawyers work tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve. Text or call (281) 942-8694 and someone from our firm will be in touch with you to set up a free and confidential case evaluation.

Source: My High Plains

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