Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run, Gun Barrel City PD search for driver
Posted/updated on: August 22, 2024 at 4:42 pm
GUN BARREL CITY – According to our news partner KETK, a bicyclist is dead after a hit-and-run crash on Highway 175. The Gun Barrel City Police Department is seeking help to identify the driver. According to Gun Barrel City PD Captain Connie Peña, police were dispatched to a fatal hit-and-run on the overpass at around 4:10 p.m. on Monday. Peña said the driver is reportedly driving an 18-wheeler pulling two trailers rusty in color. At this time the police department is trying to identify the victim as well as the whereabouts of the driver.
The Gun Barrel City Fire Department said due to the crash, eastbound traffic on Highway 175 was rerouted but it is now back open.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the police department at 903-887-7151
