One Killed in Fort Worth 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 20 near Bryant Irvin Road

Fort Worth, Texas (December 28, 2020) – One person was killed Sunday night in a two-vehicle crash in Fort Worth, according to a local news source.

The fatal crash happened just before 8:30 p.m., December 27, on westbound Interstate 20 near Bryant Irvin Road.

Police said a vehicle was traveling westbound on the interstate when it rear-ended an 18-wheeler that had slowed due to construction in the area.

The force of the impact caused the vehicle to overturn.

The driver of the vehicle was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not been released.

A passenger in the vehicle was taken to a local hospital in stable condition.

The 18-wheeler driver was uninjured in the crash.

The crash closed the westbound lanes of I-20, but they have since been reopened.

The crash remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons for driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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