Brittany Torres Dies in Horrific Auto-Pedestrian Crash on 10th Avenue [Canyon, TX]

Canyon, TX (May 28, 2024) Early Monday morning, 27-year-old Brittany Torres died after getting fatally struck by a vehicle in a horrific auto-pedestrian crash on 10th Avenue.

According to the Canyon Police Department, the fatal DUI crash happened at about 1:05 a.m. on the 1900 block of 10th Avenue.

Reports say that a vehicle driven by 28-year-old Ulise DeLao fatally struck Torres, who at the time was standing next to a vehicle.

Authorities say that DeLao has been arrested for intoxication manslaughter.

Canyon police are investigating the fatal crash and have not released further information about the incident.

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Sweet Lawyers extends our deepest condolences to the bereaved family of Brittany Torres. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Can The Loved Ones of Brittany Torres File a Wrongful Death Claim?

Following this fatal crash, it is important to make sure you are legally covered so you can grieve in peace.

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• Surviving spouses
• Domestic partners (registered domestic partnership)
• Children of the deceased
• Financial dependents, parents, and minors under the care of the deceased
• Personal representatives

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