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Mabank Fire Chief killed while directing traffic at a Texas rodeo
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk Joseph Rowe , as published by FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· June 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For those seeking more information about the incident and the investigation, additional details are available from local news outlets, including FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth.
A fatal incident occurred on Saturday night involving Mabank Fire Chief Charlie Woodard. He was directing traffic outside a local rodeo when he was struck by a vehicle. The collision resulted in his death.
The incident has prompted an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatal event. Details about the incident are currently limited, but further information can be found through local news sources. For those seeking more information about the incident and the investigation, additional details are available from local news outlets, including FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth.
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Category: safety Published: June 28, 2026 Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) Reading time: 1 min
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