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Dallas police officer hit by vehicle during a traffic stop; NB US 67 reopened
By Frank Heinz at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
A Dallas police officer was hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle struck the officer’s patrol vehicle during a traffic stop on Marvin D. Love Freeway.
Dallas Police told NBC 5 the officer was stopped at about 3:52 p.m. in the 6200 block of northbound U.S. Highway 67 for a traffic st...
Key takeaway Dallas Police told NBC 5 the officer was stopped at about 3:52 p.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The incident on northbound US 67 is a stark reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, particularly during traffic stops. As the investigation into the crash continues, Trophy Club residents should be aware of the potential for similar incidents on local roads. The fact that this is the second such incident in North Texas this week underscores the need for drivers to exercise caution when approaching emergency vehicles. The Move Over or Slow Down law is in place to protect officers like the one involved in this incident, and it is crucial that drivers in Denton County and surrounding areas are aware of and comply with this law to prevent such collisions. As the community waits for updates on the officer's condition, it is a good time to review and discuss road safety and the importance of giving emergency responders ample space to work.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Dallas police officer was hospitalized Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle struck the officer’s patrol vehicle during a traffic stop on Marvin D. Love Freeway.
Dallas Police told NBC 5 the officer was stopped at about 3:52 p.m. in the 6200 block of northbound U.S. Highway 67 for a traffic st...
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