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Critical I-35 Crash at US 380 in Denton

Critical I-35 Crash at US 380 in Denton - Car Accidents
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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Denton

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Wooley Law Takeaway

A critical collision was reported on southbound I-35 at US 380 in Denton around 12:35 p.m. Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

According to the traffic information provided, the wreck blocked nearly the entire southbound roadway, with only the right shoulder open while emergency crews responded.

Early information did not identify the vehicles involved, confirm the number or severity of injuries, or explain what caused the collision. The “critical” designation is a traffic-incident classification and should not by itself be interpreted as confirmation that someone suffered critical injuries.

Southbound I-35 Heavily Blocked at US 380

The wreck occurred at one of Denton’s major highway intersections, where I-35 meets US 380/University Drive.

With the regular southbound travel lanes blocked and traffic limited to the right shoulder, motorists approaching the scene could encounter severe congestion, emergency vehicles, sudden braking, and vehicles attempting to merge around the closure.

The Wooley Law Firm previously reported another major collision on I-35 at US 380 in Denton in June. That was a separate incident.

What Evidence May Matter After a Serious I-35 Crash?

If the wreck resulted in serious injuries, investigators may need to determine the sequence of events leading up to the collision.

Potentially important evidence may include:

  • TxDOT traffic-camera footage;

  • dashcam recordings;

  • police crash reports;

  • witness statements;

  • photographs and videos from the scene;

  • vehicle event-data recorder information;

  • roadway debris and tire marks;

  • vehicle damage patterns; and

  • final vehicle positions.

That evidence can help determine whether a vehicle changed lanes, traffic slowed unexpectedly, a driver failed to maintain a safe following distance, or another event contributed to the crash.

Other Recent I-35 Crashes in Denton

The Wooley Law Firm has also reported on other recent collisions along the I-35 corridor in Denton, including a northbound I-35 crash at Loop 288 and a major I-35E crash near Brinker Road.

These crashes are separate and are not known to be related.

Injured in an I-35 Wreck in Denton?

The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious car and truck crashes throughout Denton County, Dallas-Fort Worth, and North Texas.

If you were injured in an I-35 or US 380 collision, an investigation may include obtaining traffic-camera footage, vehicle data, dashcam recordings, witness statements, crash-scene evidence, and available insurance information.

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 traffic information concerning a developing September 22, 2026 collision. Additional or different facts may become available. The “critical” designation shown in the traffic alert does not establish the severity of anyone’s injuries.

Nothing in this article is intended to assign fault to any driver, 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.

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