Man Injured in Midland Pedestrian Accident
Police identified the pedestrian as Andrew Pochatko, 72, who was taken to Midland Memorial Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Candice BondPedestrian Andrew Pochatko, 72, was seriously injured early Wednesday, October 21, when he was struck by a pickup truck in the 1600 block of West Wadley Avenue in Midland, according to the Midland Police Department. Police said the driver was arrested.
What Happened on West Wadley Avenue
Police and fire crews responded at about 1:43 a.m. to a crash involving a white 2013 Chevy Silverado and a pedestrian. Police said Arthur Montoya, 50, was driving west in the 1600 block when the truck struck Pochatko, who was walking in the roadway. Pochatko suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to Midland Memorial Hospital for emergency treatment.
Where the Midland Police Investigation Stands
Police said Montoya was arrested for intoxication assault and that he was intoxicated. The investigation is ongoing. Police have not released further details about Pochatko's condition.
An arrest at the scene is often only the first step. Formal charges are usually decided later by prosecutors.
From an earlier interview. General commentary, not about this crash, and not legal advice.Affected by an accident like this?
Here is what people in Texas usually need, in the order it comes up.
Emergency care. Emergency rooms must check and stabilize you, even if you can't pay. The bill comes later.
Your belongings. A damaged bike, phone, or clothes can be part of what insurance pays for.
Crash report. The crash report is usually ready a few weeks after the crash, and you can still get it later.
Hospital bills. Most hospitals have a program that cuts bills for people with low income, and you can apply months after the first bill.
Insurance offer. You can turn down the insurer's first offer and ask for more.
Free Legal Consultation
Paid Advertisement
Hello, we're Candice Bond and Stefano Formica of Bond Legal. We put injured people across Texas and their families first, walking you through every option so you can make the best decision for your recovery. If you've been injured, or your family has lost someone, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Advertising disclosure
Bond Legal is organized as an LLC in Illinois and as a Professional Corporation in California. Bond Legal, LLC lawyers are licensed in AL, AR, FL, GA, HI, MN, MO, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, SC, WV and WY. Bond Legal, PC lawyers are licensed in CA, CO, IA, IL, MI, MT, TN, TX, and WA. Legal services are limited to the foregoing states. *Candice Bond is licensed in CA, IA, IL, TN, TX & WA only and can be contacted at 17500 Red Hill Ave. #100 Irvine, CA 92614, 949-988-7100, cmbond@bondlegalgroup.com. *Stefano Formica is licensed in CA and NV only. "Pay $0 Unless We Win For You," means that clients have no responsibility to pay Bond Legal any fees or costs except upon a monetary recovery. Contingent fees are not permitted in all types of cases. Some cases may be co-counseled with other lawyers. No representation is made that the quality of the legal services to be performed is greater than the quality of legal services performed by other lawyers. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.