A pedestrian was airlifted to a trauma center in Fort Worth after being struck by an 18-wheeler early Tuesday morning in Early, just outside Brownwood. The collision occurred at approximately 5:18 a.m. on August 11, 2026, in the 1700 block of Early Boulevard, according to information released by the Early Police Department.
The incident brought Early police, Early firefighters and Lifeguard EMS to the scene. The pedestrian was transported by Air Evac helicopter for treatment at a Fort Worth trauma center. The source report did not provide the pedestrian’s name, age or medical condition.
What investigators reported
According to the preliminary investigation, the driver of the 18-wheeler saw the pedestrian only at the last moment. The driver attempted to avoid the pedestrian but was unable to prevent contact.
Early Police said early-morning lighting conditions made the pedestrian difficult for the driver to see while the pedestrian was walking in the traffic lane. The preliminary account describes the visibility conditions and the attempted evasive action, but the report does not state whether citations were issued or whether additional investigative steps are planned.
Response and treatment
Early Police Department, Early Fire Department and Lifeguard EMS responded to the vehicle-pedestrian accident. Air Evac then transported the pedestrian by helicopter to Fort Worth for trauma care.
The report was published by KOXE Local News on Tuesday afternoon. No further details about the pedestrian’s condition or the driver were included in the supplied information.