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Texas Fire Chief Killed Directing Traffic
29 Jun
Summary
- Fire Chief Charlie Woodard was fatally struck by a vehicle.
- The incident occurred while directing traffic after a rodeo.
- His wife was expecting their third child in two weeks.
Mabank, Texas – Fire Chief Charlie Woodard tragically lost his life on Saturday, June 27, when he was struck by a vehicle while directing traffic. The incident took place around 10:30 p.m. in the 700 block of West Mason Street, shortly after a local rodeo concluded.
Despite receiving immediate medical care at the scene and being transported to UT Health in Gun Barrel City, Chief Woodard succumbed to his injuries. The Texas Department of Public Safety is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The driver of the vehicle involved in the incident was reportedly not injured. The Mabank Police Department extended their deepest condolences to Chief Woodard's family, friends, and fellow first responders, emphasizing his unforgettable service to the city.
Friends and community members remember Chief Woodard as a beloved figure and a pillar of the community. His wife was reportedly two weeks away from giving birth to their third child, adding another layer of heartbreak to the tragedy.
