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Crash on Southbound Loop 12 at Union Bower Road in Irving Leaves Only Left Lane Open

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Wooley Law Takeaway
A car wreck on southbound Loop 12 at Union Bower Road in Irving caused significant traffic delays Monday morning, October 26, 2026.
The collision was reported at approximately 8:30 a.m. Traffic information indicated that only the left southbound lane remained open while emergency crews responded to the scene.
Additional information about the vehicles involved and possible injuries has not yet been released.
What Happened in the Loop 12 Crash at Union Bower Road?
The wreck occurred on southbound Loop 12 near Union Bower Road in Irving during the Monday morning commute.
Most southbound lanes were blocked following the crash, leaving only the left lane available to traffic.
At this time, it is not known how many vehicles were involved or what caused the collision.
Because this is a developing traffic incident, no conclusions should be drawn about fault until investigators determine how the wreck occurred.
Evidence That May Matter After an Irving Highway Crash
Important evidence after a serious Loop 12 collision may include:
Dash-camera footage
Traffic or surveillance-camera video
Crash-scene photographs
Vehicle damage and final resting positions
Electronic vehicle data
Witness statements
Tire marks and roadway debris
Cellphone records when legally relevant
The investigating officer’s crash report
Investigators may also examine whether a lane change, speed, following distance, distraction, or sudden traffic slowdown contributed to the wreck.
How a Dallas-Fort Worth Car Wreck Lawyer Can Help
A Dallas car accident lawyer can investigate a serious Irving highway collision and work to preserve evidence before it disappears.
Depending on the facts, that investigation may include obtaining the crash report, locating witnesses, requesting available video footage, documenting vehicle damage, preserving electronic data, identifying applicable insurance coverage, and reviewing medical treatment and lost wages.
Injured in a Loop 12 Car Wreck in Irving?
The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious car and commercial vehicle accidents throughout Irving, Dallas County, and North Texas.
If you were injured in a crash on Loop 12, Union Bower Road, or another Dallas-Fort Worth highway, a car wreck lawyer at The Wooley Law Firm can investigate what happened, preserve important evidence, deal with the insurance companies, and pursue compensation available under Texas law.
Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win.
This article concerns a developing traffic incident. Information about the vehicles involved, injuries, lane closures, and cause of the collision may change as authorities release additional details. 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.
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