DUNCANVILLE, Texas — Three people were killed and a juvenile remains hospitalized in critical condition following a two-vehicle crash Monday night in Duncanville, according to police.
Officers were dispatched at approximately 8:45 p.m. on June 8 to the intersection of West Wheatland Road and South Cedar Ridge Drive after receiving reports of a major accident.
When officers arrived, they found a white Chrysler 300 and a gray Toyota Corolla involved in the collision.
Police said four people were traveling in the Toyota Corolla. Despite life-saving efforts by Duncanville paramedics, two adult women were pronounced dead at the scene.
Two male juveniles were transported to local hospitals. One of the juveniles later died from injuries sustained in the crash. The second juvenile remains hospitalized in critical but stable condition.
The driver of the Chrysler 300, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, did not suffer any major injuries, according to investigators.
Authorities have not released the identities of the deceased pending notification of family members.
Traffic investigators remained at the scene for several hours following the collision, and portions of the roadway were closed while evidence was collected.
UPDATE 11:30 am:
Based on evidence collected at the scene and statements from multiple witnesses, investigators have determined that the crash was likely the result of an illegal street racing incident involving two vehicles. Preliminary findings indicate the vehicles were racing westbound on W. Wheatland Road when one of them struck the Toyota Corolla.
As a result of the investigation, two adult males have been taken into custody in connection with the crash. Charges are pending and are expected to include multiple felony offenses. The identities of those arrested are being withheld pending the formal filing of charges.
The Duncanville Police Department's Traffic Unit and Criminal Investigations Division continue to investigate this incident. Additional information will be released as it becomes available and when appropriate to do so.
The Duncanville Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this tragic incident.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information related to the investigation is asked to contact Officer Luna at 972-707-3854 or the Duncanville Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 972-780-5037.
The investigation remains ongoing.
