Texas

Portia Dickens Killed in Pedestrian Accident at Esperanza Rd and Brookgreen Dr in Dallas, TX

Published on: August 15, 2022

Date of Accident
July 8, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Portia Dickens
Type of Accident
Auto Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Esperanza Rd & Brookgreen Dr, Dallas, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian at Esperanza Rd and Brookgreen Dr in Dallas, TX on July 8th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:34 p.m. According to investigators, a vehicle was headed northbound on Esperanza road when it failed to yield right of way and collided with a pedestrian crossing east to west in a crosswalk. The vehicle fled the scene, leaving the pedestrian behind with serious injuries. The pedestrian, identified as 71-year-old Portia Dickens, was taken to an area hospital and later died from her injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Road/Highway
Esperanza Rd and Brookgreen Dr
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pedestrian was struck by an unknown vehicle

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