7-Year-Old Girl Killed in Dallas Pedestrian Accident on LBJ Freeway

Dallas, Texas (October 17, 2023) – According to the police, a 7-year-old girl was killed early Monday morning in a hit-and-run accident in North Dallas.

The deadly accident happened around 12:20 a.m., October 16, in the 7600 block of LBJ Freeway Service Road near the Residence Inn by Park Central Drive.

Police said a white vehicle was traveling eastbound on the roadway when it struck the girl on the roadway. That driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.

Officers believe another driver had hit the girl before the driver in the white vehicle did. The authorities are looking for that driver.

The girl was killed in the crash. Her name has not been released.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with any information on this crash is asked to call Detective Shaw by calling 214-671-0019 or sammy.shaw@dallaspolice.gov. Crime Stoppers will pay a reward for information given to Crime Stoppers that leads to the arrest and indictment for this felony offense and other felony offenses. Call Crime Stoppers at 214-373-TIPS (8477) or submit a tip online at P3tips.com, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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