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Unborn Child Killed in Dallas Hit-and-Run Crash

Unborn Child Killed in Dallas Hit-and-Run Crash - Wrongful Death
Friday, May 22, 2026
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Dallas
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WFAA (ABC Dallas)

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A tragic hit-and-run crash in Dallas claimed the life of an unborn child and injured several people. According to WFAA, Dallas police said a suspected drunk driver was arrested after allegedly fleeing the crash scene. The collision happened in the 7400 block of Abrams Road on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Reports identified the arrested driver as 37-year-old Dedrick Henry. Police said Henry allegedly struck another vehicle and left the scene before officers arrived around 10:45 p.m. The impact killed the unborn child and injured multiple people. Henry was later arrested and reportedly faces an intoxication manslaughter charge involving death, with additional charges possible. Fatal hit-and-run crashes involving suspected drunk driving require a thorough investigation. A Texas wrongful death lawyer can review whether intoxication, reckless driving, speeding, distracted driving, failure to stop and render aid, roadway conditions, or other preventable factors contributed to the crash. Evidence can disappear quickly after a deadly DWI crash. Toxicology results, black box data, vehicle damage, surveillance footage, dashcam video, witness statements, crash scene photos, police reports, medical records, and 911 calls may all be critical to determining what happened and who may be responsible. If your loved one was killed or injured in a Dallas hit-and-run crash, Abrams Road collision, intoxication manslaughter case, or Texas wrongful death claim involving an impaired driver, your family may have the right to seek justice and pursue compensation for funeral expenses, medical bills, lost financial support, mental anguish, loss of companionship, and other damages. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win.

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