18-Wheeler Crash on I-35 at Beckley Avenue Closes Lanes in Dallas

Two men were killed in a crash involving two 18-wheelers on eastbound I-20 near Pines Road in Shreveport on Friday, September 18, 2026. According to Shreveport Police, one 18-wheeler crossed the center median, struck a second semi-truck, and overturned. Both drivers suffered fatal injuries and died at the scene. An AirLife medical helicopter also responded. The Caddo Parish Coroner’s Office identified the men as Bobby G. Conner II, 66, of Huntsville, Texas, and Diego L. Gonzalez-Sanchez, 29. I-20 East Closed Near Pines Road The crash shut down eastbound I-20 near Pines Road while emergency crews, law enforcement, and investigators worked at the scene. Authorities initially expected the eastbound interstate to remain closed for approximately four to five hours because of the severity of the wreck and the involvement of two commercial trucks. Police have not yet publicly explained why the first 18-wheeler crossed the median. Why a Median-Crossing Truck Crash Requires a Detailed Investigation A commercial truck crossing a highway median before colliding with another tractor-trailer raises several questions that investigators may need to examine. Potential issues can include: the truck’s speed before leaving its lane; whether the driver lost control; driver fatigue or distraction; steering or braking problems; tire failure; mechanical defects; roadway or weather conditions; whether another vehicle contributed to the loss of control; and whether cargo weight or distribution affected the truck’s stability. The fact that a truck crossed the median does not, by itself, establish why it happened. The electronic and physical evidence may be critical to determining the cause. Evidence After a Fatal Two-Truck Collision A crash involving two 18-wheelers can create two separate sets of commercial-truck records. Potentially important evidence may include: electronic control module or “black box” data from both trucks; dashcam and onboard camera footage; GPS and telematics records; electronic logging device information; driver hours-of-service records; dispatch communications; driver qualification records; tractor and trailer maintenance records; brake and tire inspection records; cargo and loading documents; photographs and measurements from the scene; and witness statements. Investigators may also need to identify the motor carrier, tractor owner, trailer owner, maintenance companies, and other businesses connected to each truck. One Victim Was From Huntsville, Texas The coroner identified Bobby G. Conner II as a Huntsville, Texas resident. That Texas connection may make this crash particularly relevant to families and commercial drivers who regularly travel I-20 between Texas and Louisiana. Interstate trucking cases can also involve companies, insurers, and evidence located in more than one state. Fatal Truck Crashes Can Involve Multiple Companies and Insurance Policies When two tractor-trailers collide, the investigation may extend beyond the individual drivers. Depending on the facts, relevant entities can include: one or both motor carriers; tractor owners; trailer owners; maintenance companies; cargo-loading companies; shippers; and commercial insurers. The involvement of those companies does not mean any particular party was negligent. Their roles and responsibilities must be determined from the evidence. Lost a Loved One in an 18-Wheeler Crash? The Wooley Law Firm represents people and families affected by serious 18-wheeler and commercial truck crashes in Texas. Fatal truck cases can require immediate investigation of electronic truck data, driver records, onboard video, maintenance documents, cargo information, and insurance coverage. For more information about commercial truck cases, visit our Dallas 18-wheeler accident lawyer page. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. Disclaimer This article is based on preliminary information concerning a developing September 18, 2026 fatal commercial truck crash. Additional or different facts may become available as authorities continue their investigation. Nothing in this article is intended to assign fault to either truck driver, either motor carrier, or any other person or company before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

A major crash involving an 18-wheeler shut down multiple lanes of westbound I-10 on the east side of San Antonio during the Monday morning commute on September 21, 2026. The crash occurred at approximately 7:05 a.m. near Graytown Road and the Pfeil Road exit. Traffic was reduced to one westbound lane, and the frontage road was also closed. Backups extended toward FM 2538 and Trainer Hale Road, with delays reported to be as long as an hour. Early information did not confirm whether anyone was injured or how many vehicles were involved. Westbound I-10 Reduced to One Lane The collision caused major congestion along westbound I-10 east of San Antonio. Traffic monitoring showed vehicles moving at very low speeds as motorists approached the crash scene. With only one main lane available and the frontage road closed, drivers had limited options for getting around the wreck. Because information remains preliminary, it would be premature to determine whether speed, following distance, distraction, lane changes, mechanical problems, or another factor contributed to the crash. What Should Be Investigated After an 18-Wheeler Crash? A serious commercial truck collision may involve evidence that goes well beyond the ordinary police crash report. Potentially important evidence may include: the truck’s electronic control module or “black box” data; dashcam and onboard camera footage; electronic logging device records; GPS and telematics information; driver hours-of-service records; dispatch communications; inspection and maintenance records; brake and tire records; traffic-camera footage; and photographs and measurements from the crash scene. Some of this evidence may be controlled by the trucking company, tractor owner, trailer owner, maintenance provider, or another business involved in the truck’s operation. Other Recent San Antonio Truck Crashes The Wooley Law Firm has reported on other recent serious commercial truck wrecks in the San Antonio area, including a multi-vehicle 18-wheeler crash on Loop 410 near Somerset Road and an 18-wheeler rollover crash on I-10 near FM 1516. These are separate incidents and are not known to be related. Injured in an I-10 18-Wheeler Wreck in Texas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious 18-wheeler and commercial truck crashes throughout Texas. If you were injured in an I-10 truck wreck, an investigation may include preserving electronic truck data, onboard video, driver records, maintenance information, witness statements, and insurance coverage. For more information, visit our Dallas 18-wheeler accident lawyer page. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. Disclaimer This article is based on preliminary information concerning a developing September 21, 2026 commercial truck collision. Additional or different facts may become available. Nothing in this article is intended to assign fault to the truck driver, motor carrier, another motorist, or any other person or company before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

An 18-wheeler hauling a race car in an enclosed trailer caught fire and exploded on I-20 near Mile Marker 614 in Marshall late Sunday night, September 20, 2026. According to Harrison County Fire Marshal Jamie McConnell, the truck driver noticed smoke coming from the trailer and pulled over to investigate. When the driver opened the trailer, flames were visible near the front. The fire quickly spread and engulfed the race car inside. The fire produced a loud explosion, and debris from the blast struck a passing vehicle with enough force that the vehicle had to be towed. The fire also spread to both sides of the interstate, prompting a large emergency response. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with the Texas Department of Public Safety expected to lead the investigation. Fire Reported on Both Sides of I-20 Near Mile Marker 614 Reports of the fire and explosion began circulating shortly after 10:00 p.m. Sunday. Responding agencies reportedly included Harrison County emergency service districts, the Hallsville Fire Department, Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, Harrison County Fire Marshal’s Office, and Marshall Police Department. Because the fire spread beyond the trailer and onto both sides of the interstate, crews had to address not only the burning commercial vehicle and race car but also roadside fires and debris. Debris From Explosion Struck a Passing Vehicle One of the most significant details from the incident is that debris from the explosion struck another vehicle traveling on I-20. That vehicle reportedly suffered enough damage that it had to be towed from the scene. Early reporting did not identify the occupants of the passing vehicle or indicate whether anyone suffered injuries. What Should Be Investigated After a Commercial Trailer Fire? A fire involving an 18-wheeler and enclosed trailer can require investigation into more than the truck driver’s conduct. Depending on what investigators find, relevant issues may include: the electrical system inside the trailer; the race car’s fuel system; batteries or other electrical components; fuel, racing fluids, or other materials transported in the trailer; trailer wiring and maintenance; whether the cargo was properly secured; whether any equipment overheated before the fire; inspections performed before the trip; and photographs or video showing where the fire first started. The fact that a fire occurred does not establish that the driver, motor carrier, race team, trailer owner, or another party was negligent. Why Evidence Preservation May Matter A fire can destroy or significantly alter physical evidence, making early documentation particularly important. Potential evidence may include: remains of the trailer and race car; tractor and trailer maintenance records; bills of lading or cargo documents; onboard truck-camera footage; GPS and telematics records; electronic logging device records; dashcam footage from passing motorists; witness photographs and videos; emergency response photographs; and DPS and fire marshal investigation records. Investigators may also examine whether any mechanical or electrical components were recalled or had previously shown signs of failure. Other Recent I-20 Truck Wrecks Near Marshall The Wooley Law Firm previously reported an overturned 18-wheeler crash on I-20 near Marshall that shut down eastbound traffic in May. The firm has also reported on a seven-vehicle crash involving semi-trucks on I-20 near Hallsville, also in Harrison County. These are separate incidents and are not known to be related. Injured in an I-20 18-Wheeler Wreck in Texas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious 18-wheeler and commercial truck crashes throughout Texas. If a commercial truck fire, explosion, or roadway debris causes an injury, an investigation may need to examine the motor carrier, trailer owner, cargo, maintenance history, electronic records, and other evidence to determine what happened. For more information, visit our Dallas 18-wheeler accident lawyer page. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. Disclaimer This article is based on preliminary information concerning a developing September 20, 2026 commercial vehicle fire and explosion. Additional or different facts may become available as DPS and fire officials continue their investigation. Nothing in this article is intended to assign fault to the truck driver, motor carrier, trailer owner, race team, or any other person or business before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.