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, officials say.

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 were reopened mid-morning.

Before the northbound lanes could be reopened, extensive cleanup work had to be carried out, including the removal of fuel and oil. All lanes were reopened to traffic before rush hour on Friday.