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Mom seriously injured, unborn baby killed in Garland crash with 18-wheeler carrying massive paper rolls, police say
By S.E. Jenkins at CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
A mother is in serious condition, and her unborn baby was killed after a major crash involving an 18-wheeler carrying 6,000-pound paper rolls in Garland on Sunday night, police said.Garland police said the crash happened around 10:15 p.m. on Interstate 30 near President George Bush Turnpike. A se...
Key takeaway Garland police said the crash happened around 10:15 p.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The devastating crash on Interstate 30 in Garland is a stark reminder of the risks that come with sharing roads with large commercial vehicles. As a community within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Southlake residents often find themselves traveling on these same highways, where the presence of 18-wheelers is a common sight. The fact that the cargo of 6,000-pound paper rolls was able to cross into oncoming traffic and cause further collisions raises concerns about the safety measures in place to prevent such incidents. With the investigation still ongoing, it will be crucial to examine the factors that contributed to this tragic event and determine whether any changes can be made to improve road safety in our region. The impact of this crash will likely be felt by many in the local community, particularly those who have experienced similar losses or have concerns about the safety of our highways.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A mother is in serious condition, and her unborn baby was killed after a major crash involving an 18-wheeler carrying 6,000-pound paper rolls in Garland on Sunday night, police said.Garland police said the crash happened around 10:15 p.m. on Interstate 30 near President George Bush Turnpike. A se...
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