Dallas, TX – A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper is being recognized for his heroic actions following a violent wrong-way crash on the Dallas North Tollway earlier this year.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Trooper Jesse Smith responded to an urgent call in May about a wrong-way driver heading north in the southbound lanes. The driver collided head-on with a vehicle carrying five passengers, resulting in a severe crash and both vehicles catching fire.
When Trooper Smith arrived, the vehicles were already heavily damaged and beginning to burn. Without hesitation, he rushed to pull the trapped passengers to safety — an act that officials say likely saved multiple lives.
In recognition of his bravery and decisive action, Trooper Smith was recently awarded the Lifesaving Award by the Texas Department of Public Safety. The department highlighted his response as an example of courage under pressure.
The story, first reported by WFAA, shows the moments Smith worked to free victims just after midnight on May 10. The DPS says his actions underscore the dedication of troopers statewide who routinely respond to life-threatening emergencies.
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