Officials have confirmed the death of a woman struck by two SUVs while attempting to cross Buckner Boulevard in Dallas on Friday evening. The incident took place around 7:30 p.m. near the intersection with John West Road, and despite the efforts of emergency services, she was pronounced dead at the scene, according to NBC 5 DFW.
The accident happened as the woman tried to cross the road outside a crosswalk, stepping off the curb near a median strip. Initially, she was hit by one SUV and then, tragically, was struck again by another vehicle. Both drivers remained at the location and provided assistance to law enforcement.
This tragic accident highlights the pressing issue of pedestrian safety. In the previous year, Dallas reported 661 pedestrian injuries and 69 fatalities, representing a 4.2% increase in such incidents from the year before, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. To improve safety, the City of Dallas has earmarked $27 million for road and pedestrian safety upgrades, with funding coming from a $21.8 million federal grant and an additional $5.25 million from city funds. City Manager T.C. Broadnax has expressed strong support for these initiatives, emphasizing their potential to greatly enhance safety for the community.