Texas Sledding Tragedy in Frisco Leaves One Teen Girl Dead and Another Fighting for Her Life, Police Say
FRISCO, TEXAS — A winter sledding outing in a Frisco neighborhood turned tragic Sunday afternoon after a serious accident left one teenage girl dead and another critically injured, according to Frisco police. The incident has prompted an active investigation as authorities work to determine exactly how the crash occurred.
Emergency crews were called to the scene after reports that two teenagers had been severely injured while sledding during icy winter conditions in the area.
What Police Say Happened
Frisco police confirmed that the incident involved two teenagers who were sledding when something went wrong, resulting in catastrophic injuries. One of the teens, a 16-year-old girl, was pronounced dead following the incident. The second teen was transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition, police said.
Authorities have not yet released details about whether the teens collided with an object, vehicle, or other hazard while sledding, and investigators are still working to reconstruct the sequence of events.
Emergency Response at the Scene
Photos from the scene show multiple emergency vehicles, including ambulances and police units, responding to the residential area where the incident occurred. First responders provided life-saving aid before transporting the injured teen for emergency medical care. Police have not released the names of the victims, citing their ages and the ongoing investigation.
Investigation Ongoing
Frisco police said the incident remains under investigation, and no additional details have been made public about the exact location, slope conditions, or environmental factors that may have contributed to the tragedy. Officials are urging residents to exercise caution during winter weather, particularly when icy or snow-covered conditions create hidden dangers on hills, roads, and neighborhood slopes.
Community Impact and Safety Reminder
The incident has sent shockwaves through the Frisco community, especially as families across North Texas have been enjoying rare winter weather. Authorities are reminding parents and guardians to closely supervise outdoor winter activities and be mindful of nearby streets, obstacles, and steep inclines that can turn recreational sledding dangerous.
Police say more information will be released as the investigation continues. For continued coverage of breaking news, public safety incidents, and developing stories from across the region, stay connected with CabarrusWeekly.com.
