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Crash Outcome: Stolen Vehicles Hit Bystanders; One Stabbed

Angel Zamora Moreno, 26, is facing assault charges for a wild post-crash rampage: stabbing a bystander and intentionally hitting two others with stolen vehicles.

Published August 7, 2024 at 8:49am by Alexis Simmerman


Multi-Car Crash on I-635 in Dallas Turns Violent; One Suspect Arrested

Dallas, Texas — A routine traffic incident turned into a violent assault on Tuesday morning, as one frustrated driver took out their rage on fellow motorists, leaving multiple people hospitalized with injuries.

Here's What Happened:

  • Time: 7 a.m.
  • Date: Tuesday
  • Location: I-635 westbound in Northeast Dallas at Forest Lane

The Chaos Unfolds:

  • Multiple-car crash occurs, blocking traffic during rush hour.
  • Angel Zamora Moreno, 26, becomes angry and violent, stabbing a bystander.
  • Moreno steals a Texas Department of Transportation truck, injuring the driver.
  • Suspect then takes control of a second vehicle, assaulting the driver.

Witness Accounts:

"I was shaking, my voice was shaking when I called 911. I was watching someone try to kill another person. It was a terrifying Tuesday morning," - Malori Mitchell, witness.

Aftermath:

  • Three victims hospitalized, one in critical condition from stabbing.
  • Moreno also hospitalized as a precaution and now faces multiple charges.
  • Highway lanes cleared by 11:15 a.m., but the incident left a traumatic mark on the community.

Justice in Motion:

Angel Zamora Moreno, 26, has been arrested and charged:

  • 7 counts of aggravated assault
  • 2 counts of unauthorized use of a motor vehicle
  • 1 count of criminal mischief

DPD Detective Marc Tucker urges anyone with information to contact:


Original sources:

Texas driver stabs bystander, steals TxDOT vehicle after crash.
Witness describes 'terrifying Tuesday morning' as driver goes on violent rampage.

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