UPDATE: It was previously reported that Authorities were looking for an SUV, but Arlington PD says it was a dark-colored Dodge/Chrysler-type sedan vehicle.
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office Vehicle Crimes Unit is actively investigating the accident that occurred around 6 a.m. today at I-20 and St. Augustine Dr. They are seeking the community’s assistance in locating and identifying a dark-colored Dodge/Chrysler-type vehicle and the identity of the driver that was involved in the accident and fled the scene.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Chaney at 214-589-2323.
ORIGINAL STORY:
Early Thursday morning, the Arlington Police Department was notified that Motorcycle Officer Darrin McMichael (Badge #1805) was involved in a crash near I-20 and Dowdy Ferry Road in Southeast Dallas as he was heading into work for the day.
The crash is under investigation as a possible hit-and-run.
Officer McMichael was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced deceased from his injuries.
The Dallas County Sheriff's Office said that after traffic slowed down, McMichael bumped the car in front of him causing him to be ejected from his motorcycle. He was then struck by a dark-colored vehicle, which is believed to be either a Dodge or a Chrysler model.
The driver of the vehicle drove off and did not stop to render help.
"What we're asking the public for is if anybody was in this area that's got dash cam video or saw anything, please let us know because we're looking for that vehicle that ran over the individual," said DSO spokesman Doug Sisk. Anyone with information should contact Det. Chaney at 214-589-2323.
Officer McMichael was a 24-year veteran of the Arlington Police Department and a dedicated member of our Motorcycle Unit, where he’d honorably served for the last 13 years. He also served as a patrol officer and as a detective in our North Patrol District during his APD career.
“Officer Darrin McMichael was a respected and beloved member of our APD family,” said Arlington Chief of Police Al Jones. “We are heartbroken and we are hurting. This is a devastating loss that will be felt for a long time. Please pray for his wife, who is also an APD employee, his family, his friends, and his APD family. They need all the support they can get right now.”
McMichael was an Arlington native that graduated from Sam Houston High School. He was awarded a baccalaureate degree with dual majors from the University of Texas at Arlington.
