The eastbound lanes of I-20 in west Fort Worth at Hulen Street are closed Wednesday morning, Oct. 28, due to a crash that killed a pedestrian, officials say.

The eastbound lanes of I-20 in west Fort Worth at Hulen Street are closed Wednesday morning, Oct. 28, due to a crash that killed a pedestrian, officials say.

Texas Department of Transportation

The eastbound lanes of Interstate 20 are closed at Hulen Street in west Fort Worth on Wednesday morning after a pedestrian was fatally struck while trying to cross the freeway, officials said.

Officers were dispatched to 4401 SW Loop 820, which merges with I-20 in that area, about 6:45 a.m. The pedestrian died at the scene, according to police.

The Texas Department of Transportation posted about the crash at 7:15 a.m. It’s not clear how long the highway will be closed. Drivers are encouraged to look for other routes.

Eastbound I-20 is closed at Hulen Street due to a crash. Seek alternate routes.

— @txdotfortworth (@TxDOTFortWorth) October 28, 2026

Officials haven’t said if the driver could face charges. The Traffic Investigation Unit is looking into the fatal crash.

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner will publicly identify the person who died.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

This story was originally published October 28, 2026 at 8:57 AM.

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