Traffic came to a standstill near Bear Creek Park on Saturday evening as Keller Police responded to a severe auto-pedestrian collision. The accident, which took place near the park's eastern end, prompted an emergency response from Keller Fire-Rescue, who rushed the injured pedestrian to a local hospital for urgent care.
While the nature of the injuries remains undisclosed, the Keller Police Department took to social media to alert residents of the incident advised drivers to expect delays, and suggested alternative routes to avoid congestion around Bear Creek Parkway near Apache Trail as their investigation unfolds. The Regional Crash Team was dispatched to the scene to conduct a full investigation into the cause of the accident, their findings are yet to be publicized.
TRAFFIC ALERT
— Keller Police Dept (@KellerPolice) April 5, 2024
Our officers are on the scene of a serious auto-pedestrian accident that occurred this evening near the eastern end of Bear Creek Park. pic.twitter.com/RWju4IiBUf
The flow of traffic in the area has been significantly impacted, with law enforcement urging the public to steer clear of the vicinity until the area has been deemed safe and cleared of any potential hazards. Local authorities have yet to release the identity of the victim or the condition post-hospital admission, as the incident is still under investigation.
Details surrounding the collision are scarce, and the questions linger in the minds of the community: Who was this pedestrian struck down in their journey, and what sequence of events led to this harrowing moment? As Keller's Regional Crash Team delves into the specifics, piecing together the puzzle of this tragic event, updates will emerge in due course — for now, patience is the order of the day as the due diligence of our protectors works, ensuring justice and safety for all on the roads of Bear Creek.
