Suspect reportedly killed during police chase on I-20

DUNCANVILLE, Texas – Police were forced to close Interstate 20 in Duncanville Monday morning because of a chase that reportedly ended badly.

According to early reports, the chase started in DeSoto around 5 a.m. and ended a few minutes later on eastbound I-20 near the Main Street exit.

The suspect reportedly got out of his car and tried to run away on foot. He was then hit by a truck and killed.

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The interstate remains shut down because of the police investigation. It’s expected to be closed for most of the morning.

Traffic is being detoured to the service road, but there is already a backup that is several miles long.

Drivers are urged to avoid the area if possible.