Thursday, April 28, 2024
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GRAPEVINE, Texas – A crash on SH-121 in Grapevine is now a death investigation.
On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at approximately 11:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to a major highway accident in the 2000 block of North SH-121 in the southbound lanes. Grapevine Police discovered a man on the roadway with major injuries, and his tow truck with rear damage approximately 30 feet behind him.
Officers spoke to the man and rendered medical aid until paramedics arrived. The man was transported to the hospital with major injuries, but expected to survive.
A second man who was on scene identified himself as the driver of the work truck that hit the victim. He told Grapevine Police that he had fallen asleep, and did not wake up until he felt the impact of the crash. He was not injured.
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, Grapevine Police were notified by hospital staff that the crash victim died from internal injuries. Officers initiated a death investigation which is ongoing. No arrests have been made.
Grapevine Police remind the public that extreme fatigue and drowsiness can be just as dangerous for drivers as intoxication. If you or a loved one are too tired to drive, please pull over or seek another ride.
Case #2400015193
Amanda McNew, CPC
Office of Strategic Communication
Grapevine Police Department
817.410.3205
