Man Killed After Being Hit by Truck on Arlington Highway

Police say the pedestrian was walking on the highway when the fatal incident occurred.

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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A man died after being struck by a pickup truck and trapped underneath it on Texas 360 in Arlington, Texas early Saturday morning. The man had exited his vehicle with a woman and was walking along the highway entrance ramp when he was hit by a Ford Maverick. The driver of the Maverick cooperated with investigators and is not facing any charges at this time.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers of pedestrians walking on highways, where vehicles traveling at high speeds can require significant distances to slow down or stop. The Arlington Police Department is reminding the public to take precautions and avoid walking on highways whenever possible.

The details

According to police, the man was driving northbound on Texas 360 in a Dodge Durango with a woman when he stopped his car along the highway. The man and the woman then exited the vehicle and began walking in a travel lane along the Highway 360 entrance ramp. While walking, the man was struck by a 2025 Ford Maverick that was traveling northbound on the frontage road and entering the on-ramp to 360.

  • The incident occurred around 5 a.m. on Saturday, March 8, 2026.

The players

The Man

The pedestrian who was struck and killed by the truck while walking on the highway.

The Woman

The woman who was walking with the man on the highway and was not injured.

The Driver of the Ford Maverick

The driver of the vehicle that struck and killed the pedestrian, who cooperated with investigators and is not facing any criminal charges.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety, especially when it comes to avoiding walking on highways where vehicles are traveling at high speeds. The Arlington Police Department's warning highlights the need for both drivers and pedestrians to exercise extreme caution in these types of situations.