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DALLAS, Dallas County, Texas, Oct. 29, 2026 — A pedestrian died early Wednesday morning, October 28, after being struck by two vehicles on East Northwest Highway near Abrams Road in Northeast Dallas.
Dallas police responded to the crash around 3:52 a.m., according to a report from FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth. Officers who arrived found the pedestrian lying in the westbound lanes of the highway. Investigators believe a second vehicle struck the person after they were already down in the roadway.
Accounts of what happened immediately afterward differ. FOX 4 reported that both drivers stopped at the scene and are cooperating with the investigation, while CBS News Texas described the crash as appearing to be a hit-and-run. CBS News Texas reported the crash occurred near Abrams Road and Northwest Highway sometime before 6 a.m., and that the medical examiner arrived around 7 a.m.
Police remained at the scene on Wednesday morning, according to WFAA, as investigators worked to determine how the pedestrian ended up in the road and how each vehicle was involved. No citations or arrests had been announced, and officials had not detailed what led up to the crash.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
More on Crashes in Dallas, TX
The pedestrian crash was reported at East Northwest Highway and Abrams Road in Dallas. Local crash statistics, the steps for getting a police report and nearby trauma centers are on our Dallas crash data and police report guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has the right of way at a crosswalk?
Pedestrians generally have the right of way in a marked or unmarked crosswalk once they have begun crossing, though drivers and walkers both share a duty to watch for each other, especially where visibility is limited.
What can drivers do to avoid hitting someone on foot?
Slowing down near intersections, scanning the roadway and shoulders before proceeding, and staying off phones while driving give drivers more time to spot and react to a pedestrian in or near the road.
What injuries are most common in pedestrian crashes?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer broken bones, head and spinal injuries, and internal injuries, since they have little protection compared to someone inside a car.
What usually causes pedestrian accidents?
Common factors include driver inattention, poor lighting, speeding, and pedestrians crossing outside of marked crossings, though the specific cause of any crash depends on the circumstances investigators uncover.
