Fort Worth, Texas, January 11, 2026
A tragic incident unfolded in Fort Worth, Texas, where 17-year-old Jesus Gonzalez was killed during a police chase. The vehicle he was in crashed into a utility pole after the driver fled from police during an attempted traffic stop. Authorities are investigating the incident, which left the driver in critical condition. The identities of those involved have not yet been released.
Fort Worth, Texas
Teen Passenger Dies in Fort Worth Police Chase Crash
Jesus Gonzalez, 17, was killed when the vehicle he was in crashed into a utility pole after fleeing from police.
On January 3, 2026, at approximately 2:40 a.m., Fort Worth police observed a vehicle driving the wrong way on Exchange Avenue. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver made a U-turn and fled. A few minutes later, another patrol unit located the vehicle and attempted a second traffic stop. The driver fled again, eventually losing control and crashing into a utility pole near the 1500 block of East 4th Street. The passenger, Jesus Gonzalez, was extracted from the vehicle but was unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was transported to a hospital and was last reported in critical condition. The incident is under investigation.
Authorities have not released the identities of the individuals involved. The investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been provided at this time.
What Happened During The Police Chase?
On January 3, 2026, at approximately 2:40 a.m., Fort Worth police observed a vehicle driving the wrong way on Exchange Avenue. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver made a U-turn and fled. A few minutes later, another patrol unit located the vehicle and attempted a second traffic stop. The driver fled again, eventually losing control and crashing into a utility pole near the 1500 block of East 4th Street. The passenger, Jesus Gonzalez, was extracted from the vehicle but was unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was transported to a hospital and was last reported in critical condition. The incident is under investigation.
Who Was the Passenger in the Vehicle?
The passenger in the vehicle was identified as Jesus Gonzalez, a 17-year-old male. He was pronounced dead at the scene after the vehicle crashed into a utility pole.
What is the Current Condition of the Driver?
The driver was transported to a hospital and was last reported in critical condition. Authorities have not released further details about the driver’s identity or condition.
Is There Any Information About the Cause of the Crash?
At this time, authorities have not released information regarding the cause of the crash. The incident is under investigation, and no further details have been provided.
Where Did the Crash Occur?
The crash occurred near the 1500 block of East 4th Street in Fort Worth, Texas.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date and Time | January 3, 2026, at approximately 2:40 a.m. |
| Location | 1500 block of East 4th Street, Fort Worth, Texas |
| Initial Observation | Vehicle driving the wrong way on Exchange Avenue |
| Police Response | Attempted traffic stop; driver fled after making a U-turn |
| Second Attempted Stop | Another patrol unit located the vehicle; driver fled again |
| Crash Details | Vehicle lost control and crashed into a utility pole |
| Passenger Information | Jesus Gonzalez, 17, pronounced dead at the scene |
| Driver Information | Transported to a hospital; last reported in critical condition |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; no further details released |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened during the police chase in Fort Worth?
On January 3, 2026, at approximately 2:40 a.m., Fort Worth police observed a vehicle driving the wrong way on Exchange Avenue. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, but the driver made a U-turn and fled. A few minutes later, another patrol unit located the vehicle and attempted a second traffic stop. The driver fled again, eventually losing control and crashing into a utility pole near the 1500 block of East 4th Street. The passenger, Jesus Gonzalez, was extracted from the vehicle but was unresponsive and pronounced dead at the scene. The driver was transported to a hospital and was last reported in critical condition. The incident is under investigation.
Who was the passenger in the vehicle?
The passenger in the vehicle was identified as Jesus Gonzalez, a 17-year-old male. He was pronounced dead at the scene after the vehicle crashed into a utility pole.
What is the current condition of the driver?
The driver was transported to a hospital and was last reported in critical condition. Authorities have not released further details about the driver’s identity or condition.
Is there any information about the cause of the crash?
At this time, authorities have not released information regarding the cause of the crash. The incident is under investigation, and no further details have been provided.
Where did the crash occur?
The crash occurred near the 1500 block of East 4th Street in Fort Worth, Texas.
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