A tragic incident unfolded Wednesday night in Plano, where a pedestrian lost their life while attempting to cross the northbound lanes of US Highway 75 at East Park Boulevard. The pedestrian was struck by a vehicle, leading to a chain reaction collision involving two additional vehicles.
Details surrounding the incident reveal that shortly after 10:45 p.m., emergency responders arrived at the scene. Investigators reported that the pedestrian was walking westbound before stepping into the northbound traffic when they were hit. The initial vehicle impact threw the pedestrian into another lane, causing a second vehicle to avoid them and subsequently crash into the first vehicle. This led to a third vehicle also being involved in the collision.
The Plano Fire-Rescue team pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene, while the Collin County Medical Examiner’s Office is conducting an ongoing investigation to determine the identity of the deceased.
As of now, there are no updates on the conditions of those in the involved vehicles, highlighting the seriousness of the situation. The Plano Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances that led to this tragic event, aiming to gather more information for clarity.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety for both drivers and pedestrians. It serves as a reminder of the critical need for heightened awareness while navigating crosswalks and highways.