Pedestrian Fatality on East Loop 820 in Fort Worth

A 5-year-old boy was critically injured after being struck by an SUV on Broadway Boulevard in Garland Saturday afternoon. Garland police and firefighters responded at approximately 1:30 p.m. to the southbound lanes of Broadway Boulevard near Tacoma Drive after receiving reports of a serious collision involving a child pedestrian. When first responders arrived, they found the 5-year-old boy unconscious. He was transported to an area hospital, where authorities said he remained in critical condition. What Happened in the Garland Pedestrian Crash? According to the preliminary Garland police investigation, investigators believe the child ran into the roadway and was struck by an SUV traveling southbound on Broadway Boulevard near Tacoma Drive. The SUV driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Based on the information available following the crash, police said charges against the driver were not expected, although the investigation remains ongoing. The child's identity has not been publicly released. Evidence That May Matter After a Serious Pedestrian Accident Even when police make an initial determination about how a pedestrian collision occurred, serious-injury cases can require a detailed review of the available evidence. Potentially important evidence may include: Traffic or surveillance-camera footage Dash-camera recordings Witness statements Vehicle speed and electronic data Crash-scene photographs and measurements Sight-distance and visibility conditions Roadway lighting The location of crosswalks and traffic controls The investigating officer's crash report When a young child is involved, investigators may also carefully examine what the driver could see and how much time was available to perceive and react before impact. Can a Driver Be Liable When a Pedestrian Enters the Roadway? Liability depends on the specific facts. A driver is not automatically responsible simply because a pedestrian is struck. Investigators may consider the pedestrian's movements, the driver's speed and attention, visibility, roadway conditions, and whether the driver had a reasonable opportunity to avoid the collision. In this Garland crash, police currently say they do not expect charges against the SUV driver. A decision not to pursue criminal charges, however, is separate from any potential civil-liability analysis. Injured in a Garland Pedestrian or Car Accident? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious pedestrian and motor-vehicle crashes throughout Garland, Dallas County, and North Texas. When a child suffers catastrophic injuries, preserving video, witness information, vehicle data, and other evidence can be important in understanding exactly how the collision occurred. If you or a family member was seriously injured in a Garland-area collision, a Dallas car accident lawyer can investigate the crash, preserve available evidence, identify applicable insurance coverage, and evaluate potential claims. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information released by Garland police concerning an ongoing investigation. Additional information about the child's condition and circumstances surrounding the collision may become available. Nothing in this article assigns civil liability before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

A pedestrian was killed Wednesday evening after being struck by an SUV on an eastbound Interstate 30 TEXpress entrance ramp near MacArthur Boulevard in Grand Prairie. According to Grand Prairie police, the collision happened at approximately 7:50 p.m. The pedestrian had been traveling in a vehicle that became disabled. After getting out and walking along the ramp, the person was struck by a Kia SUV. Grand Prairie Fire Department paramedics pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. The SUV driver was not injured and was cooperating with investigators. The pedestrian’s identity had not yet been released pending notification of family members. The crash remains under investigation. What Happened in the Fatal I-30 Pedestrian Crash? Police said the pedestrian had exited a disabled vehicle and was walking along the entrance ramp to the eastbound I-30 TEXpress lanes near MacArthur Boulevard when the collision occurred. Investigators have not yet announced what caused the Kia SUV to strike the pedestrian or whether any additional factors contributed to the crash. Because the investigation remains ongoing, no conclusions should be drawn about fault. Evidence That May Matter After a Fatal Pedestrian Collision A serious pedestrian crash on an interstate ramp may require investigators to examine: Dash-camera or surveillance footage Vehicle speed and electronic data Roadway lighting and visibility The location of the disabled vehicle The pedestrian’s position before impact Witness statements Cellphone records when relevant Crash-scene photographs and measurements Evidence showing when the disabled vehicle stopped and how long the pedestrian had been outside the vehicle may also help investigators reconstruct what happened. Disabled Vehicles Can Create Serious Highway Dangers A breakdown on an interstate or TEXpress ramp can place motorists in a dangerous position, particularly at night or in areas with limited shoulder space. When a crash follows a disabled vehicle, investigators may need to determine whether warning lights were activated, where the vehicle was stopped, what visibility conditions existed, and whether approaching motorists had an opportunity to see and avoid a person outside the vehicle. Those questions are fact-specific and do not establish fault by themselves. Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Grand Prairie Crash When a pedestrian is killed in a traffic collision, certain surviving family members may have potential rights under Texas wrongful-death law if another person’s negligence caused the death. A civil investigation can be separate from the police investigation and may examine vehicle data, available video, witness testimony, insurance coverage, and other evidence bearing on how the collision occurred. The Wooley Law Firm represents families affected by serious and fatal crashes throughout Dallas-Fort Worth. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don’t pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information released by the Grand Prairie Police Department concerning an ongoing investigation. Additional information about the pedestrian, vehicle, and cause of the collision may become available. Nothing in this article assigns fault before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Man Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Skillman Street in Dallas Friday, September 25, 2026 | Dallas, Texas Wooley Law Takeaway A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Skillman Street in Dallas late Friday night, September 25, 2026. Dallas Police said officers responded at approximately 11:00 p.m. to the 8600 block of Skillman Street. A preliminary investigation determined that a vehicle struck a man and the driver left the scene without stopping. The pedestrian died at the scene. Police had not released the victim’s identity, a description of the vehicle involved, or information identifying the driver. No arrest had been announced, and the investigation remains ongoing. NBC Dallas-Fort Worth Driver Left After Striking Pedestrian According to Dallas Police, the vehicle that struck the pedestrian did not remain at the crash scene. Authorities had not released information explaining: what type of vehicle was involved; which direction the pedestrian or vehicle was traveling; whether the pedestrian was in a crosswalk; how fast the vehicle was traveling; whether surveillance cameras captured the crash; or why the driver left the scene. Those questions may become important as investigators attempt to identify the vehicle and reconstruct what happened. How Police May Identify a Hit-and-Run Vehicle Even when a driver leaves before officers arrive, investigators may have several ways to identify the vehicle. Potential evidence can include: surveillance video from nearby businesses or residences; traffic-camera footage; dashcam video from passing motorists; automatic license-plate-reader information; witness statements; 911 recordings; debris or broken vehicle components left at the scene; paint transfer or other physical evidence; and repair records if the vehicle was damaged. Dallas hit-and-run investigations have previously relied on nearby cameras and physical evidence to identify vehicles and drivers. The Wooley Law Firm recently reported on a separate Dallas hit-and-run case in which investigators used surveillance evidence to identify a vehicle. That case involved different circumstances and is unrelated to the Skillman Street crash. Why Physical Evidence From the Scene Matters A pedestrian crash scene may contain evidence that helps investigators determine where the impact occurred and how the vehicle was moving. That evidence may include vehicle fragments, tire marks, roadway debris, damage to surrounding property, and the pedestrian's final location. If the vehicle is later found, investigators may compare damage to the vehicle with evidence recovered from Skillman Street. Electronic data from the vehicle may also become relevant depending on its make, model, and available systems. What Happens If the Hit-and-Run Driver Is Not Immediately Found? A driver's identity is not always established in the first hours or days after a fatal hit-and-run. Investigators may continue reviewing surveillance recordings, checking license-plate databases, interviewing witnesses, and comparing damaged vehicles with evidence collected from the scene. The Wooley Law Firm has previously reported on a fatal I-35E hit-and-run in Dallas where police were also searching for the driver who left after striking a pedestrian. Each investigation is different, but these cases illustrate why video and physical evidence can be especially important when the responsible vehicle is initially unknown. Wrongful Death Issues After a Fatal Hit-and-Run A criminal investigation into a driver's decision to leave the scene is separate from any potential civil wrongful-death claim. If the driver is ultimately identified, a civil investigation may examine the driver's conduct before the collision, vehicle ownership, insurance coverage, electronic data, and any other evidence bearing on responsibility. If the driver cannot immediately be identified, available insurance coverage may also become an important issue depending on the circumstances and the policies involved. Families can learn more through our Texas wrongful death attorney page and our information regarding Dallas pedestrian accident claims. Lost a Loved One in a Dallas Hit-and-Run? The Wooley Law Firm represents families affected by serious and fatal pedestrian and motor-vehicle crashes throughout Dallas-Fort Worth and Texas. A fatal hit-and-run investigation may require prompt efforts to preserve surveillance footage, identify witnesses, locate the vehicle involved, obtain electronic records, and determine what insurance coverage may apply. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. Disclaimer This article is based on preliminary information concerning a September 25, 2026 fatal hit-and-run crash in Dallas. Additional or different facts may become available as police continue their investigation. The driver and vehicle involved had not been publicly identified when the initial report was released. Nothing in this article is intended to accuse any particular person of wrongdoing before the evidence is established. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.