UPDATE: 5-car crash claims two lives in Azle
On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at approximately 12:19 PM, Azle Fire and Police, Parker County ESD #1, and PCHD EMS responded to a major accident involving 5 vehicles in the 13000 block of FM 730 South near Winding Way.
North and southbound lanes of FM 730 S between Creekwood Ranch Road and Main Street were shut down while first responders worked the scene.
The preliminary investigation indicates a northbound vehicle veered into oncoming traffic, hitting two vehicles. Two additional vehicles became involved in this collision secondary to the initial crash.
The driver of a southbound vehicle and a passenger of a northbound vehicle were pronounced deceased at the scene, despite life saving efforts being attempted by first responders.
Two additional people were transported to area hospitals with serious injuries and a third was transported for evaluation. The identities of the deceased have not yet been posted.
The Tarrant County Traffic Investigation Unit is assisting the Azle Police Department with this ongoing investigation.
