Texas

One Person Killed in Accident at US Hwy 80 in Forney, TX

Published on: August 23, 2024

Date of Accident
August 22, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 80, Forney, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a collision that killed a person at US Hwy 80 in Forney, TX in August 22nd, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 12:04 a.m. According to investigators, a pedestrian is said to have either fallen or possibly jumped from an overpass before falling into main US 80 lanes. Following this, reports say the pedestrian, who was not publicly identified, was struck by one or more vehicles and fatally injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car
Road/Highway
US Hwy 80
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Individual was struck by one or more vehicles after jumping or falling from an overpass

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