Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Harker Heights

Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run crash in Harker Heights
Published: Jan. 2, 2026 at 3:41 PM CST|Updated: 12 hours ago
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HARKER HEIGHTS (KWTX) — A 58-year-old man died Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle that left the scene without stopping to help.

James Albert Abrams of Harker Heights was hit by a vehicle around 6:30 a.m. in the 800 block of South Amy Lane, according to Harker Heights Emergency Services.

Emergency crews performed life-saving measures when they arrived and took Abrams to Darnell Hospital. He died from his injuries at 7:19 a.m.

The Harker Heights Police Department Traffic Management Unit is investigating the crash. Police are looking for a green Ford pickup with damage to the front left headlight and turn signal area.

Anyone with information about the incident can contact the Harker Heights Police Department at 254-953-5400.