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Vehicle slams into parked police cruiser in Forney, missing first responders by feet
By KDFW at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
A Forney police officer and Kaufman County deputy narrowly escaped injury after a vehicle struck their parked cruiser, prompting a reminder of Texas's Move Over law.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The close call in Forney, where a vehicle slammed into a parked police cruiser, has implications for Southlake residents who frequently travel through neighboring cities. Given the Dallas-Fort Worth area's congested roads and highways, the risk of similar incidents is ever-present. Texas's Move Over law, which requires drivers to yield to emergency vehicles, is crucial in preventing such accidents. Southlake drivers should be aware of this law and exercise caution when approaching emergency scenes, not just for their own safety but also for the protection of first responders. As Southlake's own public safety personnel often collaborate with neighboring cities' agencies, the community has a vested interest in promoting road safety and respecting the Move Over law to prevent accidents and ensure the well-being of local heroes.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth (KDFW) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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