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Fatal I-20 Crash Claims Life in Fort Worth

Authorities confirmed a person died after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 20 in Fort Worth on Sunday night, prompting a traffic investigation.

Wade Ramos

July 2, 20261 min read

Traffic accident - illustration, Jake Team LLC
Traffic accident - illustration, Jake Team LLC

A fatal collision occurred on Interstate 20 in Fort Worth on Sunday evening, resulting in the death of one individual. The incident took place in the eastbound lanes near Oak Grove Road. Fort Worth is about 31 miles west of Dallas.

Emergency responders received a call regarding the crash at 9:56 p.m. Sunday. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered the person who had been struck by a vehicle. The individual was declared dead at the location.

The identity of the deceased has not been released. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office is responsible for the formal identification process. Details regarding the person’s background or the specific circumstances leading to the strike are not yet clear.

The accident caused significant disruptions to local traffic. All eastbound lanes of the interstate were shut down for several hours while officials managed the scene. Traffic flow eventually resumed after the closure period ended.

The Fort Worth Police Department’s Traffic Investigation Unit has opened an inquiry into the cause of the fatal crash. Investigators are working to determine the factors that contributed to the collision. Further details about the investigation are not yet clear.

Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

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https://www.star-telegram.com/news/local/fort-worth/article316310287.html

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Wade Ramos writes about community life, schools, public safety, and local events in Dallas.

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