Grandmother's sedan veered into third vehicle after broadside strike at Alliance Boulevard
January 22, 2026 | Rhome, TX
Authorities identified 8-year-old Matteo Hernandez as the victim in a deadly crash on Jan. 22 at the intersection of Texas 114 and Alliance Boulevard.
Matteo Hernandez, 8, died after the sedan he was riding in was broadsided by a pickup truck at Texas 114 and Alliance Boulevard in Rhome, then struck a third vehicle.
What Happened in the Crash?
The incident unfolded around 3:45 p.m. when a sedan attempted to turn into the By Well Estates neighborhood. A three-quarter-ton pickup truck broadsided the sedan, causing it to collide with a third vehicle.
Key details include:
- Date and Time: Jan. 22, approximately 3:45 p.m.
- Location: Intersection of Texas 114 and Alliance Boulevard, Rhome, TX.
- Vehicles Involved: Sedan, turning, pickup truck, crashing, and a third vehicle, struck.
- Outcome: The sedan's passenger, Matteo Hernandez, suffered fatal injuries.
Matteo, a second-grade student at Prairie View Elementary in the Northwest Independent School District, was a passenger in the sedan driven by his grandmother. Paramedics briefly revived him at the scene before airlifting him to Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth, where he was pronounced dead before arrival.
Who Was Injured and What Was the Extent of the Injuries?
- Victim: Matteo Hernandez, 8, pronounced dead en route to the hospital.
- Sedan Driver (Grandmother): Treated for a broken hip and spinal fracture at John Peter Smith Hospital.
- Pickup Truck Driver: Uninjured.
- Third Vehicle Occupants: Minor injuries only.
The crash is under active investigation by Texas authorities.
Why Do These Accidents Happen? Key Contributing Factors
Road conditions, visibility, and lighting often play roles in intersections like this. National data highlights the prevalence of such incidents.
Year |
Fatal Crashes |
Total Deaths |
Deaths per 100,000 People |
Deaths per 100 Million Miles Traveled |
|---|
2018 |
33,654 |
36,560 |
11.2 |
1.13 |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Legal Insights
In cases such as this involving motor vehicle crashes, thorough analysis is essential.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors that are considered and must thoroughly be examined,” said Candice Bond, managing partner with Bond Legal.
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond.
Key takeaways:
- Investigations may involve reconstructing the sequence of the crash.
- Families could pursue claims for loss of companionship, pain, suffering, and emotional distress.
- Legal support ensures rights are protected during ongoing investigations.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal.
“We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected," said Formica.
Pending results, Matteo's family may qualify for a wrongful death claim.
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