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Suspect used metal rake to critically injure Dallas security guard: police
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk Carter Freemon , as published by FOX 4 (KDFW)
· August 18, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including FOX 4.
A security guard in Dallas is in critical condition after being attacked at a gas station. The incident occurred on Northwest Highway last Saturday night. The guard was allegedly struck with a metal rake by a suspect.
The attack resulted in critical injuries, and the guard remains hospitalized. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including FOX 4. The investigation into the attack is likely ongoing, but no additional information is provided in the initial report.
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Category: safety Published: August 18, 2026 Source: FOX 4 (KDFW) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A security guard in Dallas is in critical condition after being attacked at a gas station. The incident occurred on Northwest Highway last Saturday night. The guard was allegedly struck with a metal…
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