Brownsville, TX (October 29, 2026) – Three kids were taken to a hospital Wednesday, October 28, after a driver hit them while they walked to school. The crash occurred just after 7 a.m. in the 5200 block of Southmost Boulevard.
The eldest, a 16-year-old girl, was walking with two younger siblings, ages 11 and 7. The Brownsville Police Department said early information indicates the driver struck them in a crosswalk.
The 7-year-old and the 11-year-old were seriously injured but were reported stable as of Wednesday afternoon. The 16-year-old's injuries were described as minor.
The driver stayed at the site and was later arrested.
The investigation into the accident remained ongoing.
We wish the injured children a strong and full recovery.
Pedestrian Protections for Crosswalk Users in Brownsville, TX
A marked crosswalk gives people on foot a predictable place to cross, but that only works when drivers know what the law asks of them. Texas generally requires drivers to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in a crosswalk under many circumstances. The Transportation Code also calls on drivers to use due care to avoid hitting anyone on foot, and to take extra precaution when they see a child on the road.
Those duties matter because pedestrian claims typically turn on who had the right-of-way and what the driver could see. Showing that a driver failed to yield or to watch for people in a crosswalk can involve signal timing, sight lines, lighting, and whether the driver was distracted.
Texas generally allows two years to file a personal injury lawsuit, but the deadline for a person under 18 is usually paused, or tolled, until the 18th birthday. That typically means a minor’s own claim can be filed until the age of 20.
A parent’s separate claim for a child’s medical expenses may not receive the same pause, so that window can start to run on the date of the injury. Settlements that involve minors may also need court approval, which is one more reason to confirm each deadline early.
Busy corridors’ crossings can involve signals, turn lanes, and nearby businesses that may have cameras. Camera footage can be overwritten and signal records may be kept only for a short time, so it can help to have a pedestrian accident lawyer send preservation requests and gather records early.
If your family is dealing with a similar situation, Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC can explain how Texas pedestrian laws may apply to your claim. Our team can go over the details of your situation and explain what options may be open for you.
Call Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC at (979) 243-9912 to learn more.
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