Texas-Oklahoma highway closed due to fatal crash – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

The driver of a FedEx tractor-trailer died in a multi-vehicle crash and fuel spill in Cooke County Friday morning.

A collision involving at least three vehicles, including a tractor-trailer, a rock hauler and a passenger vehicle, has closed the northbound lanes of Interstate 35 near Valley View, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

NBC 5 has confirmed that the driver of a FedEx tractor-trailer died in the accident. No other injuries were reported.

“Our thoughts are with everyone involved in this tragic accident. We are deeply saddened by the loss of our team member and extend our sincerest condolences to our colleague's families during this difficult time,” FedEx said in a statement shared with NBC 5. “Safety is our top priority and we are cooperating fully with investigators.”

Officials have not yet said what caused the crash.

One person was killed in a multi-vehicle crash and crash in Cooke County Friday morning.

The Texas Department of Transportation said the crash near Hockley Creek Road initially shut down traffic in both directions, but the southbound lanes have since reopened. Before the northbound lanes reopen, extensive cleanup work, including removal of fuel and oil, must be completed.

Northbound traffic is on Frontage Road.