Watch CBS News

10 Vehicles Reportedly Involved In Crash On I-35E In Denton, Traffic Backed Up More Than 10 Miles

DENTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) - Ten vehicles were involved in a crash on the southbound lanes of I-35E near Post Oak in Denton according to Denton Police Friday afternoon.

It happened in the 5:00 p.m. hour.

10-car crash in Denton
10-vehicle crash in Denton on I-35E near Post Oak (Chopper 11)

Police said several people were taken to a hospital, but there is no word yet on their conditions.

The highway was shutdown for more than an hour.

The traffic backup went all the way to the I-35E and I-35W split, approximately 11 miles.

Traffic backup from 10-car crash in Deton
Traffic backup from 10-car crash in Denton on I-35E near Post Oak (Chopper 11)

A hazardous materials team was on the scene cleaning up fuel spills.

 

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.