Texas

Woman Injured, Child Killed in Accident at East Palestine Ave in Palestine, TX

Published on: July 9, 2024

Date of Accident
July 3, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

E Palestine Ave, Palestine, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a collision that killed a child at East Palestine Ave in Palestine, TX on July 3rd, 2024. Police are saying the incident happened around 9:24 p.m. According to investigators, a pregnant woman crossing the roadway with a group of other individuals was struck by a vehicle under unclear circumstances. Following the collision, reports allege the suspect vehicle fled the scene without stopping to render aid. The woman struck was taken to an area hospital where the child she was pregnant with was pronounced dead. The woman herself, who was not publicly identified, was seriously injured, reports say. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Palestine Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car
Road/Highway
East Palestine Ave
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), fatal injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Woman was struck by a vehicle while crossing the roadway

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