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Dallas, TX (May 11, 2026) – A woman died, and five other people were hurt after a two-vehicle crash early Sunday morning, May 10, on North Central Expressway near North Henderson Avenue in Dallas.
According to reports, the collision happened around 3:55 a.m. on Sunday, May 10. Police said a silver pickup truck crossed two lanes of traffic before striking a concrete barrier and pillar along the expressway. The truck then moved back into the roadway and collided with a red pickup truck.
The red truck later struck a concrete barrier and came to a stop in the roadway. Officials said the silver pickup also came to rest after hitting another concrete barrier. Five people were inside the silver truck at the time of the crash, including a juvenile who suffered serious injuries and a female passenger who later died from her injuries.
Two people were traveling in the red truck. Officials said the passenger in that vehicle was taken to a hospital for evaluation. The 18-year-old driver of the silver pickup was also hospitalized and later arrested. He is facing charges connected to intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle and intoxication assault involving serious bodily injury.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Why Overnight Expressway Crashes Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Crashes that happen during overnight hours on busy expressways often lead to severe injuries because vehicles are usually traveling at higher speeds. Traffic is lighter during early morning hours, which can sometimes cause drivers to react later to hazards or lose control more easily.
Concrete barriers, support pillars, and limited shoulder space can also increase the force of impact during a crash. When multiple vehicles become involved, passengers in both vehicles may face a greater risk of serious harm, especially if a vehicle spins or strikes fixed objects along the roadway.
In crashes involving suspected impairment, investigators often review roadway evidence, vehicle damage, and witness statements to better understand how the collision unfolded. Medical evaluations and crash scene evidence may also help explain the extent of injuries suffered by those involved.
