Pedestrian Fatally Struck By 18 Wheeler on I-45 In Dallas

A woman was killed early Tuesday morning after being struck by an 18 wheeler.

The incident happened around 12:30 a.m. when officers responded to a pedestrian struck call on I-45, near Simpson Stuart Rd.

When emergency crews arrived they found a woman deceased in the roadway.

According to reports, the unidentified woman was walking along the freeway when an 18 wheeler traveling northbound struck her.

The driver of the 18 wheeler did stop to render aid and is not facing any criminal charges.

Authorities are still investigating but said the driver is cooperating with police.