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1 killed in early morning crash in northwest Fort Worth, officials say

One person was killed early Saturday, April 20 after being involved in a single-vehicle crash, Fort Worth police say.
One person was killed early Saturday, April 20 after being involved in a single-vehicle crash, Fort Worth police say. Getty Images/iStockphoto

One person was killed after being involved in a single-vehicle crash in northwest Fort Worth early on the morning of April 20, police said.

Officers responded to a major accident in the 5200 block of Boat Club Road shortly after 3 a.m. The person who called 911 said a vehicle struck a tree and was on fire in his front yard, according to police records.

The driver died at the scene, officials said. The Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office identified him as Jadon Modesto Menchaca, 22.

The Traffic Investigation Unit will investigate the accident, police said.

This story was originally published April 20, 2024 at 9:27 AM.

Harriet Ramos
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Harriet Ramos covers crime and other breaking news for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram.
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