A recent incident on a freeway highlights the importance of a specific traffic law. County officials are reminding drivers to exercise caution when approaching stopped vehicles. The law in question requires drivers to take certain precautions when encountering stopped emergency vehicles.

Details of the incident are limited, but it is known that a collision occurred involving a patrol car. The incident happened while officers were attending to a matter on the side of the road.

Further information about the incident can be found through the Kaufman County sheriff's office, which has shared video footage of the event.