18-wheeler hits car, killing woman, 2 children, dog in Kaufman County, officials say
Texas DPS said the crash happened around 11:30 p.m. Sunday night.
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Texas DPS said the crash happened around 11:30 p.m. Sunday night.
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Union Pacific said crews are responding to the incident, which is under investigation.
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