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WATCH: Forney officer, Kaufman County deputy narrow escape after driver hits parked patrol car
By Amber Kite at FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — News
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
A Kaufman County Sheriff’s deputy and a Forney police officer narrowly escaped injury early Sunday morning after a passing vehicle struck a parked patrol car on the freeway, prompting authorities to issue a stark safety reminder to motorists.
Why this matters in Flower Mound News
The close call experienced by the Kaufman County Sheriff's deputy and Forney police officer serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement personnel in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Given Flower Mound 's proximity to major freeways, the risk of similar incidents occurring locally is a concern. The incident may prompt local authorities to reassess safety protocols for officers working on highways and freeways, particularly during late-night or early-morning hours when visibility may be reduced. Residents of Flower Mound may want to exercise extra caution when driving on local highways, being mindful of parked patrol cars and emergency responders. The incident also raises questions about the need for increased public awareness campaigns to remind motorists to slow down and move over when approaching emergency vehicles, a critical safety measure that can help prevent such close calls in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 News (KDFW, Dallas-Fort Worth) — News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Kaufman County Sheriff’s deputy and a Forney police officer narrowly escaped injury early Sunday morning after a passing vehicle struck a parked patrol car on the freeway, prompting authorities to issue a stark safety reminder to motorists.
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