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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) - Local
· 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 Frisco News
The incident on Marvin D. Love Freeway is a stark reminder of the risks faced by law enforcement officers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This collision, which occurred during a routine traffic stop, highlights the need for drivers to exercise caution when approaching emergency vehicles. The fact that this is the second such incident in North Texas this week raises concerns about driver awareness and compliance with the Move Over or Slow Down law. As the investigation into this crash continues, Frisco residents should be aware of the potential consequences of reckless driving, not just for officers, but also for other motorists. The traffic backup caused by this incident, which stretched south of Interstate 20 to Cockrell Hill Road, also underscores the ripple effect of such collisions on the community, affecting commuters and residents alike.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
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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