Police Officer Injured in Dallas Three-Vehicle Crash at West Illinois Avenue and South Franklin Street

Dallas, Texas (July 24, 2021) – A police officer was injured Friday morning in a three-vehicle crash in Dallas, according to the police.

The crash happened around 8:24 a.m., July 23, at the intersection of West Illinois Avenue and South Franklin Street.

Police said a Dallas police officer was driving a squad car westbound in the 2500 block of West Illinois Avenue when a black F-150 pickup failed to yield while turning left from South Franklin Street, resulting in a collision.

The force of the impact sent the squad car into the eastbound lanes of Illinois Avenue, where it collided with another car.

The officer was taken to a local hospital with a minor injury.

The other involved people were evaluated at the scene.

The police are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of 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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