The Fort Worth Police Department has closed all southbound lanes of I35W near Heritage Trace Parkway while they complete an accident investigation from an earlier collision.
At around 3:30pm this afternoon, multiple emergency responders were called to a multiple vehicle crash on southbound I35W. Initial information indicates three vehicles were involved.
According to officials, multiple people were injured in the crash, including at least one child. MedStar had a difficult time getting to the crash due to stopped traffic. When paramedics arrived, they quickly transported a pediatric patient to the hospital with critical injuries. At least one other person was seriously hurt as well.
As of 7:15pm, all lanes of southbound I35W remain closed for police investigation. It is best to avoid this area.