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Midland PD: Fatalities on city streets are down so far in 2026
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points The current pace suggests that the total number of fatalities for the year may be the lowest in at least five years. Fatalities on city streets have decreased so far in 2026.
Fatalities on city streets have decreased so far in 2026. The current pace suggests that the total number of fatalities for the year may be the lowest in at least five years.
This trend is a notable development, and further information can be found through the City of Midland news updates.
Details about the factors contributing to this decrease are not specified, but the available data indicates a positive shift in road safety.
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Published: August 19, 2026 ·
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