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Texas police officer survives collision during traffic stop
A police officer narrowly avoided injury after a distracted driver struck a vehicle the officer had pulled over for speeding. The incident occurred on a freeway on July 25 at approximately 9 a.m.
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The incident highlights the risks faced by law enforcement during routine traffic stops and the potential consequences of distracted driving on public roadways.
Key Facts
- A police officer was conducting a traffic stop for a speeding violation on a freeway.
- The incident occurred on July 25 shortly before 9 a.m.
- A distracted driver struck the vehicle that had been pulled over by the officer.
- The officer was present at the scene and narrowly avoided being struck during the collision.
- The event was recorded via bodycam footage.