Crash involving semi and dump truck at I-35 SB and I-635 blocks traffic
DALLAS, TX – Officials responded to the scene of a crash involving a dump truck and an 18-wheeler along the interstate in northwest Dallas on Thursday, reports DFW Scanner.
Dallas County Sheriff’s Department Traffic Deputies are currently working on an accident; all lanes are closed at SB IH-35 and 635 due to a collision involving a jackknifed 18-wheeler and dump truck. Please avoid the area and seek an alternate route. pic.twitter.com/mt8TFxSDvH
— Dallas Sheriff’s Office (@Dallas_Sheriff) November 30, 2023
The incident happened around 3:36 p.m. in the area of I-35 southbound and I-635, which is in the Farmers Branch area.
Police haven’t shared any details except to say that the accident caused the semi-truck to jackknife. There’s no word yet on injuries.
Officials closed all lanes of I-35 southbound in the area of the collision while crews investigated and worked to clear the scene.
The investigation is ongoing.
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