A woman attempting to cross the highway was struck by a vehicle. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. No charges are expected to be filed against the driver at this time.
The accident led to the closure of northbound lanes for several hours, causing significant traffic disruptions. The lanes were reopened shortly before 3 a.m. The identity of the deceased woman has not been released, pending notification of next of kin.
This incident adds to a series of fatal accidents on U.S. Highway 67, highlighting ongoing safety concerns. In December 2023, a head-on collision near County Road 1119 in Johnson County resulted in six fatalities, including two children. The crash occurred when a pickup truck attempted to pass in a no-passing zone and collided with a minivan carrying a family visiting from Georgia. Residents have dubbed this stretch of highway “Death Highway” due to its history of deadly accidents and have called for infrastructure improvements.
In response to these concerns, the Texas Department of Transportation has proposed widening a 13-mile segment of U.S. 67 from two lanes to four, including the addition of a median and shoulders. However, the project, estimated to cost $96 million, remains unfunded.
Authorities continue to investigate the recent pedestrian fatality in Duncanville. The incident underscores the need for enhanced pedestrian safety measures and driver awareness on busy highways.