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Mabank mourns loss of Fire Chief Charlie Woodard after a truck hit him while directing rodeo traffic
By CBS Texas at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
Police say Chief Charlie Woodard was directing traffic when a truck struck him Saturday night after the event. Woodard served many roles; he was a former police officer, a baseball coach to some and a role model to many. The Department of Public Safety is investigating the crash.
Key takeaway The Department of Public Safety is investigating the crash.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The tragic loss of Fire Chief Charlie Woodard is a stark reminder of the risks that first responders face while keeping their communities safe. In a city like Southlake , where community events and public gatherings are common, the role of traffic direction and crowd control is crucial. The incident involving Chief Woodard, who was directing traffic after a rodeo in a neighboring town, raises questions about the safety measures in place for those directing traffic in similar situations. As the Department of Public Safety investigates the crash, Southlake residents may wonder about the protocols in place to protect their own public safety officials who work at events like the city's annual festivals and parades. The investigation's findings may have implications for how Southlake approaches traffic management and safety at its own community events.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Police say Chief Charlie Woodard was directing traffic when a truck struck him Saturday night after the event. Woodard served many roles; he was a former police officer, a baseball coach to some and a role model to many. The Department of Public Safety is investigating the crash.
When was this published? This article was first published on June 29, 2026 by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW and curated for Southlake News readers.
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