Tragic Accident on I-35: Pedestrian Fatally Struck while Crossing, Dallas County Sheriff’s Office Reports

In a devastating incident early Monday morning, a pedestrian lost their life while attempting to cross Interstate 35 near Market Center. The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department is investigating the accident, and the interstate has since been reopened after several hours of closure.

Tragedy struck early Monday morning when a pedestrian was fatally struck while attempting to cross Interstate 35 near Market Center. The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department received the distressing call around 1:50 a.m., reporting the unfortunate incident.

According to authorities, the pedestrian was trying to cross the busy roadway when a vehicle struck them, resulting in a fatal outcome. The identity of the victim has not been disclosed at this time.

Due to the accident, all lanes of the interstate had to be temporarily closed for several hours while investigators examined the scene and cleared the area. Commuters and travelers experienced delays as a result.

Thankfully, the interstate was reopened at approximately 5:30 a.m., although the tragic incident serves as a solemn reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety on busy highways.