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Richardson, TX (May 26, 2026) – A pedestrian lost their life Sunday night after being struck by two vehicles along the west frontage road of North Central Expressway in Richardson.
According to Richardson Police, officers were called around 9:44 p.m. to the 2400 block of the west frontage road after multiple 911 callers reported a person walking in the roadway. While officers were en route to the area, additional calls reported that the pedestrian had been struck by a vehicle.
Investigators said preliminary information showed the pedestrian was walking in the left lane of traffic when an initial vehicle struck them. Police stated the person was then hit a second time by another vehicle. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the roadway. Both drivers remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.
The identity of the deceased had not been released on Tuesday pending notification of family members. Detectives continue reviewing the circumstances surrounding the fatal collision along North Central Expressway. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the loved ones of the person who died.
Why Walking Along High-Speed Frontage Roads Can Be Dangerous
Frontage roads beside major highways often carry fast-moving traffic and may have limited space for pedestrians. Drivers traveling at higher speeds can have less time to react when a person is walking in an active lane, especially at night.
Pedestrian crashes on frontage roads are often severe because vehicles may be moving continuously, with few stops or signals. Visibility, roadway lighting, traffic flow, and driver reaction time are commonly reviewed after such collisions. Nighttime conditions can further reduce visibility for both pedestrians and motorists, increasing the risk of a serious roadway crash involving multiple vehicles.
