Stalled vehicle struck on I35E in Dallas; three women dead
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office received word of a stalled vehicle in the lanes of southbound I35E at Marsalis Ave. around 5:00AM this morning. The vehicle was reportedly in the center-left lane of travel.
When officers arrived, the stalled vehicle had already been hit from behind by an oncoming vehicle. This crashed caused substantial damage to the stalled vehicle.
Officials say the stalled vehicle was occupied by three (3) women. Two died at the scene and a third died a short time after being transported to the hospital. Their identities have not been released.
The driver of the pickup truck who hit the vehicle stopped at the scene to render aid. He is cooperating with investigators. It is unknown if charges will be filed at this time.
IMPORTANT: If you are traveling on a roadway and your vehicle starts to break down, exit the highway immediately if possible. If you are coming to a gradual stop, safely pull over to the right shoulder of the highway and put on your flashers. Exit the vehicle on the passenger’s side of the vehicle away from traffic. DPS recommends you open the hood and leave it open. Call 9-1-1 immediately if you are stuck in a main lane of traffic. Provide law enforcement with your most descriptive location so they can get to you faster.
