Texas

William Petit Killed in Accident at I-35W in Fort Worth, TX

Published on: January 24, 2024

Date of Accident
September 21, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
William Petit
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

I-35W, Fort Worth, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-35W in Fort Worth, TX on September 21st, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 5:03 a.m. According to investigators, a Chevrolet S10, operated by 61-year-old William Petit, was allegedly headed southbound on an I-35W service road at the time. Police say that, for unconfirmed reasons, the vehicle veered from the roadway into a curb line, causing the vehicle to go airborne. While airborne or upon landing, officials ay the vehicle struck a concrete bridge pillar, the impact being severe enough that Petit was fatally injured. Authorities did not have any additional information available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet S10
Road/Highway
I-35W
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet S10 veered from the road into a concrete bridge pillar

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