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Dallas, TX (March 2, 2026) – Authorities are searching for a driver who fled the scene after striking a motorcycle officer early on Monday morning on Interstate 35E, according to the Dallas Police Department.
The crash occurred around 12:45 a.m. as the motor officer was traveling northbound on North Stemmons Freeway near Inwood Road.
Investigators reported that a white SUV struck the officer, causing him to crash. The officer was able to quickly move to the shoulder for safety. Moments later, a second vehicle collided with the downed police motorcycle, knocking it off the freeway and onto the service road. That vehicle reportedly spun approximately 180 degrees before coming to rest on the shoulder.
Paramedics transported the officer to a local hospital, where he is expected to recover from his injuries.
Police said the white SUV initially fled the scene. Approximately two miles away, officers located a wrecked SUV matching the suspect vehicle’s description. The SUV had veered off the roadway and struck a signpost before coming to a stop. Authorities believe the driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot.
The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to identify and locate the suspect.
We extend our thoughts to the injured officer and wish him a full and speedy recovery.
How Do Freeway Hit-and-Run Crashes Involving Motor Officers Create Elevated Risk?
Motorcycle officers face heightened vulnerability when operating on high-speed roadways such as Interstate 35E. Unlike patrol vehicles, police motorcycles offer limited structural protection, increasing injury risk in the event of a collision.
When an initial crash occurs on a freeway, the danger can escalate rapidly. Secondary impacts, such as another vehicle striking a disabled motorcycle, are common hazards in nighttime or low-visibility conditions. Drivers may have limited reaction time when approaching debris or downed vehicles in active traffic lanes.
In hit-and-run incidents, investigators often rely on vehicle debris, damage patterns, traffic camera footage, and witness accounts to identify suspect vehicles. When a fleeing driver later crashes and abandons the vehicle, forensic examination of the SUV may provide key evidence, including registration information, fingerprints, or DNA.
