Kaufman County, TX — December 31, 2023, a pedestrian was injured following a hit-and-run accident at around 10:00 p.m. along Helms Trail.

Officials said in their statements that the collision happened in the area of Helms Trail and Homestead Lane in the area of Forney.

Pedestrian Injured in Hit-and-run Accident on Helms Trail in Kaufman County, TX

According to investigators, a 45-year-old woman was walking at the time along Helms when it appears a vehicle going northbound struck the woman. That vehicle then reportedly left the scene. The woman was taken to a hospital with apparently serious injuries.

Authorities at this time have not offered any description of the suspect vehicle involved in the accident. No further information is currently available.

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