Fort Worth, TX – Two Police Officers Injured in Truck Crash on I-20 near W Loop 820

Fort Worth, TX (February 4, 2023) – Two officers with the Fort Worth Police Department were left injured following a crash that took place on Thursday morning on the southwest side of the city.

At around 2:30 a.m., on February 2, the police and firefighters were called to the scene of a crash on Interstate 20.

Preliminary reports indicate that two Fort Worth Police Department officers were stopped in the 8900 block of Interstate 20 near West Loop 820 while assisting at the scene of a crash.

For reasons unknown, an 18-wheeler traveling through the area jackknifed and crashed into their patrol unit.

One officer was in the patrol vehicle at the time of the crash. He was able to exit the vehicle before it was struck by a second 18-wheeler, which was traveling on the interstate. The two officers attempted to flee the scene to avoid being struck by a third 18-wheeler, which was involved in the accident.

Both officers were transported to area hospitals for treatment of injuries following the accident.

The circumstances surrounding the traffic accident are currently being investigated.

We hope the injured victims are able to recover quickly following this accident.

Truck Accidents in Texas

Every year, over 30,000 accidents involving trucks and commercial vehicles take place in our state.

These accidents claim the lives of hundreds of people while leaving countless others with serious injuries that require medical care.

There are several types of truck accidents that we see take place here in the state of Texas. Some of the most common include:

• Sideswipe accidents.
• Underride accidents.
• Head-on collisions.
• Rear-end collisions.
• Jackknife accidents.
• Wide turn accidents.

Any type of truck accident involving a large commercial vehicle can have devastating consequences for those involved. This is particularly true when occupants are using smaller passenger vehicles at the time of their accidents.

If you have the unfortunate experience of suffering injuries as a result of a truck accident, you may have legal options available to help you move forward. A truck accident lawyer in Fort Worth can help you seek the maximum amount of compensation possible for your damages.

At Rasansky Law Firm, we understand the devastating impact an accident can have on you and your family. For this reason, our truck accident lawyers in Fort Worth are truly dedicated to providing the most compassionate and aggressive legal representation to every client we work with. We will fight to ensure your family is able to secure the maximum amount of compensation possible for the damages that you suffered due to your truck accident.

For more than 27 years, we have fought diligently to ensure our clients are able to get justice after suffering injuries in truck accidents due to negligent drivers. Reach out to our Texas personal injury law firm today to schedule a free consultation to get started on your case. Our lawyers are available by calling (214) 651-6100 at your earliest convenience.