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PLEASANT GROVE, Dallas County, Texas, Nov. 2, 2026 — A man died early on Sunday morning, November 1, after a crash at the intersection of Elam Road and South Buckner Boulevard in the Pleasant Grove area of Dallas. The police say a speeding SUV ran a red light and hit another vehicle.
Investigators said a Ford SUV was headed westbound on Elam Road at a high rate of speed when the driver reportedly ran a red light and struck a Chevrolet Camaro traveling southbound on South Buckner Boulevard. The impact pushed the Camaro off the road and into a fence surrounding a nearby construction site. The male driver of the Camaro was killed. His identity has not been released.
Officials said the driver of the SUV left the vehicle at the scene and fled on foot. That driver has not been identified or caught. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Intersection Crashes in Texas
This fatal crash happened at Elam Road and South Buckner Boulevard in Pleasant Grove, TX. Our Texas intersections page covers intersection crashes across Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are fatal crashes like this one investigated?
Police typically reconstruct the scene using physical evidence, traffic camera footage, and witness accounts to determine speed, fault, and the sequence of events leading to the crash.
How long do fatal-crash investigations usually take?
Timelines vary widely. Some cases close within weeks, while others, especially those involving a driver who fled the scene, can take months as investigators work to identify and locate a suspect.
What happens when a driver flees the scene of a fatal crash?
Leaving the scene of a crash involving death or injury is a separate crime in Texas. Police usually pursue vehicle registration records, surveillance video, and tips from the public to track down the driver.
Where do fatal crashes like this most frequently happen?
Intersections with higher speed limits and heavy cross traffic, particularly where red-light running occurs, account for a large share of fatal crashes nationally.
