Joanna Cain and Lakeshia Savala Dies in Violent Wrong-Way Collision on US 287 [Midlothian, TX]

Joanna Cain and Lakeshia Savala Dies in Violent Wrong-Way Collision on US 287 [Midlothian, TX]

2 People Injured in Fatal Wrong-Way Crash on US 287

Midlothian, TX (November 26, 2023) On Friday midnight, 38-year-old Lakeshia Savala and 38-year-old Joanna Cain died while 2 others were injured after a wrong-way crash on US 287.

According to the Midlothian Police Department, the fatal collision happened at about midnight on US 287 in Midlothian, southeast of Fort Worth.

Reports say that a vehicle going the wrong way on Highway 287 collided with another vehicle. Officials say that first responders found a vehicle on fire, and firefighters were able to extinguish the flames.

Authorities say that both the driver and a passenger in the wrong-way vehicle died at the scene. Officials identified them as Lakeshia Savala and Joanna Cain.

Meanwhile, another passenger in the wrong-way vehicle and the driver of the vehicle suffered serious injuries and were airlifted to the hospital in critical condition.

Police are investigating the fatal crash and have not released further information at this time.


Sweet Lawyers extends our sympathies to the families of Lakeshia Savala and Joanna Cain. Our hearts are with you through these trying times. We also wish the injured parties a full recovery.


Lakeshia Savala and Joanna Cain Dies, 2 Injured in Wrong-Way Crash on US 287

Nowadays, unexpected death can happen anytime. Sadly, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

Thus, knowing that when a person dies due to another’s negligence or misconduct, the bereaved can sue the negligent parties for the damages that they caused.

Some of the situations that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, traffic accidents, and more.

Additionally, when the bereaved files for a wrongful death claim, economic and non-economic damages are taken into consideration. These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, and much more.

Our litigators here at Sweet Lawyers would love to tell you more about a possible wrongful death case and how it can help you and your family.

To the loved ones of the people involved in the fatal wrong-way crash on US 287, reach out to us at (800) 674-7852. Our legal team would love to discuss a possible legal case concerning the wrong-way crash on US 287

You can call us any time of the day, and any day of the week. Or, you may also click on this link to start talking with our legal team.

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