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Family seeks answers after construction worker is struck and killed by police vehicle
By Allie Spillyards at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
The family of a 22-year-old construction worker is searching for answers after he was struck and killed by a police vehicle at a highway work zone in Mesquite.
Edwin Valdez died after the crash on June 23 while working at a construction site along Interstate 635.
His partner, Jazmin Torres,...
Key takeaway Edwin Valdez died after the crash on June 23 while working at a construction site along Interstate 635.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The incident that took Edwin Valdez's life raises questions about workplace safety in construction zones, particularly those along highways like Interstate 635, which runs through the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including parts of Collin and Denton counties. As the family seeks answers, the community should consider the measures in place to protect workers in these zones. The fact that an off-duty police vehicle was involved in the crash, while working traffic control for the construction company, adds complexity to the situation. Jazmin Torres's call for accountability and investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, including vehicle speed and emergency lights, is crucial in determining what went wrong and how such incidents can be prevented in the future. The outcome of the investigation will be closely watched by residents and workers in Frisco and surrounding areas, who rely on the safety of these construction zones and the measures taken to protect those working in them.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The family of a 22-year-old construction worker is searching for answers after he was struck and killed by a police vehicle at a highway work zone in Mesquite.
Edwin Valdez died after the crash on June 23 while working at a construction site along Interstate 635.
His partner, Jazmin Torres,...
When was this published? This article was first published on July 14, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local and curated for Frisco News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Allie Spillyards at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local. To learn more about how Frisco News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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