Driver collided with pedestrian who stepped into path on dimly lit roadway in San Angelo
December 03, 2025 | San Angelo, TX
Sally Stewart, 60, lost her life after being struck by a vehicle while crossing the road in the 2100 block of North Bryant Boulevard.
What Happened in the Crash?
Sally Stewart, 60, of Tom Green County, stepped into a dimly lit lane and died from injuries after a motor vehicle struck her in the 2100 block of North Bryant Boulevard in San Angelo.
Around 8:07 p.m., a pedestrian stepped into a dimly lit lane of traffic. A motor vehicle collided with the individual, according to authorities. The driver stopped immediately, providing aid until emergency services arrived.
- Date and Time: Dec. 3, 2025, around 8:07 p.m.
- Location: 2100 block of North Bryant Boulevard, San Angelo, TX
- Victim: Sally Stewart, 60, of Tom Green County
- Outcome: Stewart was taken to Shannon Medical Center, where she succumbed to her injuries
- Driver Actions: Stopped and rendered aid, and no charges filed yet
The incident is under active investigation by the San Angelo Police Department.
Pedestrian Safety Statistics in Texas
Pedestrian incidents pose a significant risk on Texas roads. Data from the Texas Department of Transportation highlights the severity of these crashes.
Year |
Pedestrian Fatalities |
Pedestrian-Involved Crashes |
Key Contributing Factors |
|---|
2023 |
808 |
5,924 |
Driver inattention, failure to yield |
2019-2023 Increase |
22% |
Not Available |
Rising trend in deaths |
Source: Texas Department of Transportation
Nationally, the Governors Highway Safety Association notes a nearly 60% rise in pedestrian fatalities since 2013, partly due to larger vehicles like SUVs and pickups obscuring visibility.
Why Do Pedestrian Accidents Happen in Texas?
Common factors in these tragedies include poor road conditions, low visibility, and inadequate lighting. Drivers often fail to yield the right-of-way or become distracted. Pedestrians account for just 1% of Texas crashes but 19% of roadway deaths, emphasizing the need for heightened awareness.
Legal Insights
National legal analysts Candice Bond and Stefano Formica provide perspective on motor vehicle incidents involving pedestrians.
“Road conditions, visibility, and lighting are all possible contributing factors considered and examined in cases such as this,” 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.
- Duty to Yield: Drivers must always prioritize pedestrians in crosswalks or roadways.
- Wrongful Death Claims: Families may pursue compensation for loss of income, companionship, pain and suffering, funeral costs, and emotional distress.
- Insurance Tactics: Companies may push for quick, low settlements, and legal guidance ensures fair treatment.
- Advocacy Role: Attorneys compassionately support families while protecting their rights.
“It is almost always a driver’s duty to yield to any pedestrian,” said Stefano Formica, of counsel at Bond Legal. “Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages... An attorney will vigorously advocate for their client.”
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