Texas

Steve Martin Killed in Accident at State Hwy 87 in Galveston, TX

Published on: March 26, 2025

Date of Accident
March 15, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Steve Martin
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Galveston, TX, are investigating a pedestrian-involved crash that occurred on March 15, 2025, at approximately 11:41 p.m. at the intersection of State Highway 87 and 27th Street. According to investigators Ford Fusion failed to yield the right of way and struck a 61-year-old pedestrian, identified as Steve Martin, who was in or near the roadway. Police say Martin sustained fatal injuries, while the 42-year-old driver of the Ford was uninjured. Alcohol or drug use was not indicated for either party. Failure to yield by both the vehicle and the pedestrian was identified as a contributing factor. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Galveston Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford Fusion
Road/Highway
State Hwy 87
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Fusion collided with a pedestrian

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