18-Wheeler Crash on US 80 at I-635 Ramp in Mesquite Closes Exit

A Dallas man was killed after his car struck the trailer of a slow-moving 18-wheeler on northbound I-635 near Gross Road in Mesquite early Wednesday morning, September 9, 2026. Mesquite police identified the victim as 36-year-old Jose Aguilar Renteria of Dallas. Police responded at approximately 3:17 a.m. to the 21100 block of northbound I-635, near North Gross Road. Investigators determined that Renteria's white Alfa Romeo sedan struck the trailer of an 18-wheeler. Renteria died at the scene. Semi Driver Arrested and Charged With DWI Mesquite police identified the truck driver as 30-year-old Ulises Mendez Hernandez of Mexico. Police arrested Hernandez at the crash scene and charged him with driving while intoxicated. The DWI charge is an allegation and does not establish criminal guilt or, by itself, prove that intoxication caused the fatal collision. The Mesquite Police Department Traffic Unit continues to investigate the crash. Why Was the 18-Wheeler Moving Slowly on I-635? One important issue investigators may examine is why the semi-truck was traveling slowly before impact. That could require reviewing the truck's electronic data, onboard cameras, braking information, traffic conditions, trailer lighting, and whether traffic ahead had slowed. Investigators may also examine how long the truck had been traveling at a reduced speed and how much time Renteria had to recognize and react to the trailer. The fact that Renteria's vehicle struck the rear of the trailer does not automatically resolve every question about legal responsibility. Evidence After a Fatal 18-Wheeler Crash Potentially important evidence may include: Electronic control module or “black box” data Electronic logging-device records Onboard truck camera footage GPS and telematics information Brake and trailer-light inspection records Reflective tape and conspicuity markings Toxicology and DWI-investigation evidence Passenger-vehicle event-data recorder information Highway traffic-camera footage Dashcam video Crash-scene photographs and measurements Witness statements Commercial trucking evidence can be especially important in determining the truck's speed, braking, position, and movement immediately before impact. The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in Texas 18-wheeler and commercial truck accidents, including serious and fatal truck crashes throughout Mesquite and Dallas County. DWI Arrest and Civil Liability Are Separate Questions A criminal DWI case and a civil wrongful-death case involve different legal questions. The criminal case focuses on whether the truck driver committed an offense. A civil investigation may examine broader issues, including whether the driver's conduct contributed to the collision, whether the trucking company negligently entrusted the vehicle, whether safety policies were followed, and whether the truck or trailer was properly maintained. Those issues should be determined from the evidence rather than from the arrest alone. Lost a Loved One in a Mesquite 18-Wheeler Crash? If your family lost a loved one in a Mesquite truck accident, I-635 fatal crash, Gross Road wreck, or another serious Dallas County commercial vehicle collision, you may have legal options if the evidence establishes that another driver or company was responsible. Certain surviving family members may also have rights under Texas wrongful death law. A Mesquite truck accident lawyer can investigate truck data, onboard video, driver records, toxicology evidence, trailer lighting, maintenance history, witness statements, and insurance coverage to determine how the crash happened. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information attributed to the Mesquite Police Department concerning the September 9, 2026 collision. The investigation remains ongoing. The DWI charge against Ulises Mendez Hernandez is an allegation and does not establish criminal guilt or civil liability. Nothing in this article is intended to assign fault to Hernandez, Renteria, the motor carrier, or any other person or company before the evidence is fully developed. 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 wreck on eastbound I-20 at Wilson Road in Terrell closed the right lane during the Friday morning commute on September 11, 2026. The truck crash was reported at approximately 8:55 a.m. The right eastbound travel lane was closed while emergency crews responded. Early information did not identify the other vehicles involved, confirm whether anyone was injured, or explain what caused the collision. Eastbound I-20 18-Wheeler Crash at Wilson Road The collision affected traffic on I-20 near Wilson Road in Terrell, along a major trucking route through Kaufman County. With the right lane blocked, drivers traveling east toward Terrell and other communities east of Dallas could encounter backups and traffic merging away from the crash scene. Because information remains preliminary, it would be premature to determine whether an unsafe lane change, following too closely, speed, distraction, mechanical failure, or another factor contributed. Evidence After an I-20 Truck Crash in Terrell If anyone was injured, evidence from the commercial truck may be important in determining how the wreck happened. Potentially important evidence may include: Electronic control module or “black box” data Electronic logging-device records Onboard truck camera footage GPS and telematics information Driver hours-of-service records Dispatch communications Brake and tire maintenance records Cargo and loading information Highway traffic-camera footage Dashcam video Witness statements Photographs and videos from the scene Commercial trucking companies may possess electronic and operational evidence that is not available in an ordinary passenger-vehicle collision, making early preservation especially important after a serious truck wreck. The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in Texas 18-wheeler and commercial truck accidents, including serious collisions along I-20 and throughout North Texas. Injured in an I-20 18-Wheeler Wreck in Terrell? If you were injured in a Terrell 18-wheeler accident, I-20 truck wreck, Wilson Road crash, or another serious Kaufman County commercial vehicle collision, you may have the right to seek justice and pursue compensation if another driver or trucking company was legally responsible. A Terrell truck accident lawyer can investigate electronic truck data, onboard cameras, driver records, maintenance history, traffic-camera footage, witness statements, and available insurance coverage to determine how the crash occurred. Depending on the circumstances, an injured person may be able to pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages, mental anguish, physical impairment, property damage, and other losses. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary traffic information concerning a developing September 11, 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.

Three people, including a 12-year-old girl, were killed after an 18-wheeler left the roadway, rolled over, and struck a large tree in Robertson County Friday night, September 11, 2026. The crash happened shortly after 9:00 p.m. near FM 485 and Zane Wallace Road, just west of the Hearne city limits and near the municipal airport. According to Texas DPS, the semi-truck was traveling westbound on FM 485 when it veered onto the grass shoulder, overturned, and hit a tree. Three People Killed in FM 485 Truck Crash The driver was identified as Christopher Burton, 37, of Hempstead. Two passengers were also killed: Gina Jones, 40, of College Station, and a 12-year-old girl. DPS said no other vehicles were involved in the crash. The 18-wheeler was reportedly hauling livestock at the time. First responders from Hearne, Calvert, Gause, and Bryan assisted at the scene, along with Robertson County law enforcement and EMS. What Caused the 18-Wheeler to Leave the Roadway? DPS has not yet publicly explained why the semi left the roadway. That will likely be a central question in the investigation. Depending on the evidence, investigators may examine the truck's speed, steering inputs, tire condition, braking system, road and shoulder conditions, cargo movement, driver fatigue, distraction, or a possible mechanical problem. Because this was a single-vehicle commercial truck crash, evidence from the tractor-trailer itself may be especially important. Evidence After a Fatal 18-Wheeler Rollover Potentially important evidence may include: Electronic control module or “black box” data Electronic logging-device records Onboard truck camera footage GPS and telematics information Driver hours-of-service records Brake, tire, steering, and suspension maintenance records Livestock loading and weight information Dispatch communications Crash-scene photographs and measurements Tire marks and shoulder evidence Final vehicle position Autopsy and toxicology information, when relevant The fact that the truck left the roadway and rolled does not, by itself, establish what caused the crash or who may bear legal responsibility. The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in Texas 18-wheeler and commercial truck accidents, including fatal truck rollovers and other serious commercial vehicle crashes throughout Texas. Passenger Claims After a Single-Vehicle Truck Crash Because the two passengers were traveling in the 18-wheeler, the legal issues may differ from a typical collision between two vehicles. Depending on the facts, an investigation may need to determine whether the driver was operating the truck for a motor carrier, whether the passengers were employees or authorized occupants, whether a mechanical defect contributed, and what insurance coverage applies. A single-vehicle crash can still involve potential claims against a driver, trucking company, maintenance provider, cargo-loading entity, or another party if the evidence supports liability. Lost a Loved One in a Texas 18-Wheeler Crash? If your family lost someone in a Robertson County 18-wheeler crash, Hearne truck accident, FM 485 wreck, or another fatal commercial vehicle collision, you may have legal options depending on the evidence. Certain surviving family members may also have rights under Texas wrongful death law. A truck accident lawyer can investigate electronic truck data, maintenance records, driver logs, cargo information, onboard video, crash-scene evidence, and available insurance coverage to determine why the truck left the roadway. Call The Wooley Law Firm at (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win. This article is based on preliminary information attributed to the Texas Department of Public Safety concerning the September 11, 2026 collision. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional or different facts may become available. Nothing in this article is intended to assign fault to the driver, motor carrier, maintenance provider, cargo loader, or any other person or company before the evidence is fully developed. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.