Fort Worth Texas – A tragic accident in Kennedale has claimed the life of Daniel Lord, a 43-year-old Fort Worth resident originally from Granbury, after a vehicle fell on him at an automotive service building on Eden Road.
The Incident
At approximately 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Kennedale emergency units — including Engine 59, Medic 59, Marshal 59, and Chief 259 — were dispatched to a traumatic injury at a shop in the 4300 block of Eden Road.
According to reports, Lord was working beneath a vehicle when it suddenly collapsed, pinning him underneath. First responders quickly initiated life-saving measures and called in a CareFlite medical helicopter to prepare for an emergency transport to a trauma center.
Despite their efforts, Lord was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Victim Identified as Daniel Lord
Authorities later identified the victim as Daniel Lord, who grew up in Granbury and attended Granbury High School before making his home in Fort Worth. Known for his hardworking nature and warm personality, Lord was beloved by friends, family, and colleagues alike.
The sudden accident has left the community reeling, with loved ones describing Lord as someone who was dependable, caring, and always willing to lend a helping hand.
Community Grief and Tributes
Word of Lord’s passing has spread quickly through Granbury and Fort Worth, sparking an outpouring of grief on social media and within the local community. Friends have shared tributes remembering him as a man who valued his roots, cherished his relationships, and lived with a quiet strength.
“This is such a heartbreaking loss,” one family friend wrote. “Daniel was one of the good ones — loyal, hardworking, and genuine. He will be missed beyond words.”
Investigation Into Workplace Accident
Authorities are now working to determine how the accident occurred. Investigators are reviewing whether equipment malfunction, mechanical failure, or procedural issues contributed to the collapse. Workplace safety officials are expected to conduct a full review in coordination with local law enforcement.
While the findings are pending, the accident has highlighted the dangers faced by automotive professionals, whose daily work requires precision, caution, and physical risk.
Support for Family and First Responders
Kennedale officials noted that tragedies of this magnitude not only impact families but also weigh heavily on the first responders who rushed to the scene. Support services and counseling have been made available to emergency crews who worked tirelessly in their attempts to save Lord’s life.
The Lord family is being surrounded by community support as they begin to process their sudden and devastating loss. Funeral and memorial service arrangements are expected to be announced in the coming days.
A Life Remembered
Though his life was cut short, Daniel Lord’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched throughout his 47 years. From his Granbury roots to his Fort Worth home, he leaves behind a community of family, friends, and neighbors who will carry his memory forward.
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