Texas

Willie Gunn, Amber Hopewell Killed in Accident at I-35W and Seminary Dr in Fort Worth, TX

Date of Accident
August 19, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Willie Gunn, Amber Hopewell
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

35 West Seminary Drive, Fort Worth, TX, USA

What Happened

Fort Worth Police are investigating a crash that killed a man at I-35W and Seminary Dr in Fort Worth, TX on August 19th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around midnight. Police say a Chevrolet Camaro collided with the rear of a passenger sedan under unclear circumstances. Officials say the passenger sedan caught fire in the impact and five of the occupants in the vehicle were fatally injured. Police say three of the victims were children, ages 9, 4, and 2. The additional victims were identified as Willie Gunn and Amber Hopewell. The other driver, identified as 19-year-old Eduardo Gonzalez, was arrested on five counts of intoxication manslaughter. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Fort Worth Police
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Camaro, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
I-35W and Seminary Dr
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Camaro and a Passenger Car were involved in a collision

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