Adrian Dominguez Car Accident – A tragic accident claimed the life of a 38-year-old man on Tuesday night as he attempted to cross Clear Creek Road on foot.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:50 p.m. in the 3900 block of South Clear Creek Road, near the intersection with Elms Road.
Killeen Assistant Chief Alex Gearhart reported that officers responded to the scene after receiving emergency calls about a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle.
Upon arrival, officers found the victim, identified as Adrian Dominguez, lying in the roadway with severe injuries. Despite the rapid response of emergency services, Dominguez was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Gregory Johnson.
The preliminary investigation revealed that Dominguez was attempting to cross South Clear Creek Road from west to east when he was struck by a 2018 Acura sedan traveling southbound in the inside lane. The driver of the Acura remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with the police investigation.
Assistant Chief Gearhart emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to determine all factors that contributed to the accident. “Our thoughts are with the family of Mr. Dominguez during this difficult time,” Gearhart said. “We ask anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has additional information to come forward and assist in the investigation.”
South Clear Creek Road, a busy thoroughfare in Killeen, has been the site of several traffic incidents in recent years, raising concerns about pedestrian safety in the area. Local residents have expressed their sadness over the incident and are calling for increased measures to protect pedestrians, particularly in areas with heavy traffic flow.
The Killeen Police Department has not yet released any further details, including whether speed, visibility, or other factors may have played a role in the collision. They are urging drivers to exercise caution, especially during nighttime hours when visibility is reduced.
As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of Adrian Dominguez, a resident whose life was tragically cut short. The authorities will continue to piece together the events leading up to the accident in hopes of preventing future tragedies on Killeen’s roads.