1 Killed, 1 Injured in 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 30 in Dallas County
One Killed, One Injured in Dallas County Crash on Interstate 30 near President George Bush Turnpike
Dallas County, Texas (November 1, 2022) – A fiery crash involving two 18-wheelers has claimed the life of one person Tuesday morning in Garland, east Dallas County and left one other person injured, Garland police said.
The deadly crash took place shortly before 5:00 a.m. in the westbound lanes of Interstate 30 near the President George Bush Turnpike.
According to the Garland police, one 18-wheeler crashed into another 18-wheeler, which had pulled over on the shoulder. After the impact. Both semi-trucks slammed into the retaining wall and one of them burst into flames.
One occupant of the first 18-wheeler died in the crash while the second occupant was transported to a hospital in unknown condition. The driver of the 18-wheeler that was on the shoulder was treated at the scene.
Police closed the westbound lanes of Interstate 30 as they investigated the crash.
Common Causes of Automobile Accidents
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