Last night's hit-and-run in northeast Dallas left an unborn child dead and several people injured, and police say they have arrested a 37-year-old man in connection with the crash.
Officers responded to the 7400 block of Abrams Road yesterday, where multiple people were hurt and later taken to nearby hospitals. The Dallas Police Department says the investigation is still active.
Police identified the suspect as 37-year-old Dedrick Henry, who was arrested yesterday and is facing charges of intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle and collision involving death, according to WFAA. Investigators described the wreck as a hit-and-run and said several people were injured. Jail records showed bond had not been set. Authorities have not released additional information about the vehicle involved or any possible motive.
What the Charges Carry
Under Texas law, intoxication manslaughter applies when an intoxicated person causes another person’s death by accident or mistake. The offense is defined in Texas Penal Code §49.08 and is typically a second-degree felony. The statute and related court rulings also allow for sentence enhancements in some situations.
Investigation and Next Steps
Dallas police say the arrest followed an on-scene investigation into the collision and that the case remains open, per WFAA. Prosecutors will review the evidence before making formal charging decisions and setting any court dates.
Officials have asked anyone with information about the crash to contact Dallas police as investigators work to piece together the full sequence of events.
The case is a stark reminder of the human cost of traffic violence in Dallas, and authorities say more details will be released as the criminal process moves forward. Court records and future filings will show whether additional charges are brought and when Henry will next appear before a judge.
