18-Wheeler Crash on US 75 at Virginia Parkway in McKinney Closes Two Lanes

An overturned semi-truck shut down southbound U.S. 87 about nine miles north of Amarillo Tuesday morning, October 27, 2026. Texas DPS said the tractor-trailer was on its side in the southbound lanes, forcing authorities to close that side of the highway while crews responded. TxDOT personnel were directing traffic around the scene. Officials reported no injuries. The cause of the rollover had not yet been released. What Happened in the US 87 Semi-Truck Crash? The wreck occurred approximately nine miles north of Amarillo on southbound US 87. DPS reported that the semi overturned and came to rest on its side, blocking the southbound roadway. The closure remained in place while authorities worked to clear the truck and make the highway safe for traffic. At this time, authorities have not said why the truck overturned. Why an 18-Wheeler Rollover Requires a Detailed Investigation A tractor-trailer can overturn for many different reasons, and the rollover itself does not establish fault. Depending on the circumstances, investigators may examine: Vehicle speed before the rollover Steering and braking inputs Driver fatigue or distraction Tire and brake condition Tractor and trailer maintenance Cargo weight and distribution Load securement Roadway and weather conditions Whether another vehicle contributed to the crash None of these factors has been identified as the cause of this US 87 wreck. Evidence That May Matter After a Semi-Truck Rollover Commercial trucks can generate evidence that is not normally available after an ordinary car accident. Potentially important evidence may include: Electronic control module data GPS and telematics information Dash-camera footage Driver logs and electronic logging device data Dispatch communications Tractor and trailer inspection records Maintenance and repair history Tire and brake records Cargo and loading documents Post-crash mechanical inspections Crash-scene photographs and measurements This evidence may help investigators determine how the truck lost stability and whether a driver, trucking company, maintenance provider, cargo company, or another party contributed to the rollover. How a Texas Truck Wreck Lawyer Can Investigate a Rollover A serious commercial truck case may require evidence from both the vehicle and the trucking company. A truck accident lawyer may seek to preserve electronic truck data, obtain video recordings, inspect the tractor and trailer, review driver and maintenance records, identify the motor carrier, and determine which commercial insurance policies may apply. The Wooley Law Firm provides additional information about these investigations through its Dallas truck accident lawyer resource. Injured in an 18-Wheeler Wreck in Texas? Although officials reported no injuries in this particular rollover, overturned tractor-trailers can create serious hazards for surrounding motorists. The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, box truck, and other commercial vehicle crashes throughout Texas. If you or a family member was injured in a commercial truck wreck, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the driver and trucking company, preserve available electronic and corporate evidence, identify potentially responsible parties, and deal with the commercial insurance carriers. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information released by Texas DPS and reported by NewsChannel 10. Authorities reported no injuries, and the cause of the rollover had not yet been released. Additional information may become available as the investigation continues. Nothing in this article assigns fault 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 pedestrian suffered serious injuries after being struck by the cab of a semi-truck in east Lubbock Monday night, October 26, 2026. According to the Lubbock Police Department, officers responded at approximately 9:07 p.m. near East Rice Street and Magnolia Avenue. The pedestrian was found with serious injuries and transported to University Medical Center for treatment. The Lubbock Police Department’s Major Crash Unit is investigating the collision. Authorities have not yet released additional information about how the crash happened, the identity of the pedestrian, or whether any citations or charges are expected. What Happened in the East Lubbock Semi-Truck Pedestrian Crash? Police reported that the pedestrian was struck by the cab of a semi-truck near East Rice Street and Magnolia Avenue. The available information does not yet explain where the pedestrian was located immediately before impact, how the truck was moving, or what the truck driver could see before the collision. Those details may become important as investigators determine how the crash occurred. Because the investigation remains ongoing, no conclusion should be drawn about fault based solely on the fact that a commercial truck struck a pedestrian. Why Pedestrian Crashes Involving Semi-Trucks Require a Detailed Investigation Commercial trucks have significant blind spots around the front, sides, and rear of the vehicle. Depending on the circumstances, investigators may examine: The truck’s speed before impact The pedestrian’s location and movement Whether the truck was turning or traveling straight The driver’s line of sight Lighting and visibility Whether the truck driver was distracted Dash-camera footage Nearby surveillance video Vehicle electronic data Witness statements Roadway markings and traffic controls None of these factors has yet been identified as the cause of this Lubbock collision. Semi-Truck Blind Spots May Be Important Evidence The fact that the pedestrian was struck by the cab of the semi may make visibility evidence particularly important. Investigators may need to determine whether the pedestrian entered an area where the driver had limited visibility or whether the driver had an opportunity to see and avoid the pedestrian before impact. Truck configuration, mirror placement, camera systems, lighting conditions, and the pedestrian’s location may all be relevant. Evidence a Truck Wreck Lawyer May Seek to Preserve Commercial truck cases can involve electronic and company evidence that may not exist in an ordinary pedestrian accident. Potentially important evidence may include: Forward-facing and cab-camera footage GPS and telematics records Electronic control module data Driver logs Dispatch communications Driver qualification and training records Cellphone records when legally relevant Truck inspection and maintenance records Traffic-camera footage Nearby business surveillance video Crash-scene photographs and measurements Witness statements Police investigative materials Video may be especially important in a pedestrian collision because it can establish the positions and movements of both the truck and pedestrian immediately before impact. Who May Be Responsible After a Commercial Truck Pedestrian Crash? Liability depends on what investigators ultimately determine. Depending on the facts, potentially responsible parties could include the truck driver, motor carrier, truck owner, another driver, or another company involved in operating the commercial vehicle. A motor carrier may also possess evidence concerning the driver’s training, work schedule, dispatch instructions, and operation of the truck. The ongoing police investigation has not yet determined civil responsibility. Serious Injuries After a Pedestrian Is Hit by an 18-Wheeler A pedestrian has virtually no physical protection when struck by a large commercial vehicle. These crashes can cause traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, spinal injuries, internal injuries, crush injuries, and other life-altering harm. In this case, Lubbock police reported that the pedestrian suffered serious injuries and was transported to UMC. How a Texas Truck Wreck Lawyer Can Investigate the Crash A serious commercial truck accident may require prompt action to preserve evidence before video or electronic information is overwritten. A truck accident lawyer may investigate the driver and motor carrier, obtain available electronic data, request dash-camera and surveillance footage, review driver and company records, locate witnesses, and identify applicable commercial insurance policies. The Wooley Law Firm provides additional information about commercial-truck investigations through its Dallas truck accident lawyer resource. Injured in an 18-Wheeler or Commercial Truck Crash in Texas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, pedestrian, and other commercial vehicle crashes throughout Texas. If you or a family member was injured in a collision involving a commercial truck, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate what happened, work to preserve available trucking evidence, identify potentially responsible parties, and handle communications with the commercial insurance carriers. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information released by the Lubbock Police Department concerning an ongoing investigation. Police reported that a pedestrian suffered serious injuries after being struck by the cab of a semi-truck near East Rice Street and Magnolia Avenue. Additional facts may become available. Nothing in this article assigns fault 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 large load struck the underside of the Highway 39 overpass on Highway 79 near Jewett in Leon County, temporarily shutting down the roadway Monday evening. Officials said the truck’s load hit the bottom of the overpass, causing traffic delays and forcing authorities to close Highway 79 while the scene was addressed. The highway has since reopened. No injuries were reported in the initial news report. What Happened in the Leon County 18-Wheeler Incident? The incident occurred on Highway 79 in the Jewett area, where the commercial truck was carrying a large load beneath the Highway 39 overpass. Officials said the load being transported struck the bottom of the bridge. The available information does not yet explain the dimensions of the load, whether the truck was operating under an oversize-load permit, or whether the route had been approved for the height of the load. Why an Overheight Truck Strike Requires Investigation When a commercial truck or its cargo strikes an overpass, investigators may need to determine more than simply who was driving. Potential issues may include: The measured height of the truck and load The posted clearance of the overpass Whether the load required an oversize or overheight permit The route authorized by any applicable permit Whether the carrier performed a route survey Whether escort vehicles were required Whether the driver followed the approved route How the cargo was loaded and secured Whether dispatchers or other company personnel selected the route None of these issues has been established as a cause of this particular incident. Trucking-Company and Load Records May Be Important A commercial-truck investigation involving an oversized load may require records that would not normally be important in an ordinary car wreck. Potential evidence may include: Oversize-load permits Route authorizations Bills of lading Cargo dimensions and weight Dispatch instructions GPS and telematics data Driver qualification records Pre-trip inspection documents Escort or pilot-car records Dash-camera footage Communications between the driver, carrier, and shipper These records may help establish who planned the route and whether the truck was authorized to travel beneath the overpass. Who May Be Responsible for an Overpass Strike? Responsibility in an oversized-load incident can potentially involve several parties. Depending on the facts, those parties may include the driver, motor carrier, trucking company, shipper, loading company, route-planning company, or another business involved in arranging the transportation. If an overpass or roadway infrastructure is damaged, the investigation may also involve claims for repair costs in addition to any personal-injury or property-damage claims arising from the incident. How a Texas Truck Wreck Lawyer Can Investigate an Oversized-Load Crash Commercial trucking cases involving large or specialized loads can require prompt preservation of company records and electronic evidence. A truck accident lawyer may seek permit records, route plans, dispatch communications, GPS data, cargo information, photographs, inspection records, and other evidence showing how the trip was planned and operated. The Wooley Law Firm provides additional information about commercial-truck investigations through its Dallas truck accident lawyer resource. Injured in a Commercial Truck Wreck in Texas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in 18-wheeler, tractor-trailer, oversized-load, and other commercial vehicle crashes throughout Texas. If you or a family member was injured in a commercial truck collision, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the trucking company, work to preserve electronic and corporate records, identify potentially responsible parties, and handle communications with commercial insurance carriers. Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information reported concerning an incident on Highway 79 in Leon County. Officials said an 18-wheeler’s large load struck the Highway 39 overpass near Jewett, temporarily closing the highway. Additional information may become available. Nothing in this article assigns fault 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.