Frightening Collision on North Main Street Kills 80-Year-Old Man [Weatherford, TX]

Weatherford, TX (May 2, 2026) — On Friday afternoon, an 80-year-old driver lost his life after a shocking collision on North Main Street, involving a sanitation truck.

The elderly man was driving along the 900 block of North Main Street when a city sanitation truck struck his vehicle shortly after 4:00 p.m. The impact proved fatal, and responders pronounced him dead at the scene.

Authorities closed a portion of Main Street for several hours as investigators processed the crash site. Officials also redirected traffic to nearby roads while crews worked in the area.

Police, along with state investigators, continue to examine what led to the deadly collision.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim. Losing a loved one in a sudden crash is deeply painful, and we hope they find strength and comfort during this difficult time.

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