One Airlifted After Semi-Truck Crash on Highway 174 Near Rio Vista in Johnson County

An 18-wheeler rollover on southbound Interstate 35 near Von Ormy shut down part of the highway Monday afternoon and caused significant traffic delays. Von Ormy police said officers were dispatched at approximately 3:07 p.m. to the 14100 block of southbound I-35, where an 18-wheeler had overturned in a single-vehicle crash. Police said no injuries had been reported. Traffic was diverted to the Somerset exit while emergency crews responded and worked to clear the scene. The Bexar County Fire Department and Allegiance Mobile Health were among the agencies assisting. What Happened in the I-35 18-Wheeler Rollover? The crash involved a single 18-wheeler traveling on southbound I-35 near Von Ormy. Police reported that the truck overturned, but authorities had not released information explaining what caused the rollover. Although no injuries were initially reported, the crash caused a substantial traffic backup while crews dealt with the overturned commercial vehicle. What Can Cause an 18-Wheeler to Roll Over? Commercial truck rollovers can occur for several reasons, depending on the circumstances. Investigators may examine: Speed entering a curve or turn Sudden steering or evasive maneuvers Shifting or improperly secured cargo Tire failure Brake, steering, or suspension problems Roadway or weather conditions Driver fatigue or distraction Vehicle loading and weight distribution At this time, none of those factors has been identified as the cause of this particular rollover. Evidence That May Matter After a Truck Rollover An investigation into a commercial truck rollover may include: Electronic control module data Electronic logging-device records GPS and telematics information Dash-camera footage Cargo and loading records Driver qualification records Hours-of-service records Tractor and trailer maintenance records Tire and brake inspections Crash-scene photographs and measurements The truck’s electronic and mechanical evidence may help determine its speed, braking activity, steering movements, and condition immediately before the rollover. Why Preserving the Tractor and Trailer Can Matter A rolled-over 18-wheeler may contain physical evidence that helps explain why the crash occurred. Investigators may need to inspect the tires, suspension, brakes, steering system, trailer, and cargo before the vehicle is repaired, salvaged, or returned to service. Electronic data and onboard video can also be overwritten or lost if they are not preserved promptly. Injured in an 18-Wheeler Crash in Texas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious commercial truck and 18-wheeler crashes throughout Texas. If you were injured in an 18-wheeler rollover on I-35 or another Texas highway, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the wreck, identify potentially responsible parties, and work to preserve trucking-company and electronic evidence. 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 Von Ormy Police Department and reported by News 4 San Antonio. No injuries were initially reported, and the cause of the rollover had not been announced. 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.

A multi-vehicle collision on westbound Interstate 10 at Transmountain Road in El Paso shut down the westbound highway Monday, October 19, 2026. KTSM reported that westbound I-10 was closed at Transmountain because of the crash. Information about the number and types of vehicles involved, possible injuries, and the circumstances leading to the collision had not yet been confirmed. What Happened in the I-10 Crash at Transmountain? The collision occurred on westbound I-10 in the Transmountain area of west El Paso and involved multiple vehicles. The highway closure created the potential for substantial delays along one of El Paso's primary interstate corridors. Authorities had not yet released enough information to determine how the crash began or the sequence in which the vehicles collided. Because this is a developing incident, no conclusions should be drawn about fault until investigators determine what happened. Why Multi-Vehicle Wrecks Can Be Difficult to Investigate When three or more vehicles are involved in a highway crash, determining responsibility can require investigators to reconstruct several separate impacts. One collision may trigger additional impacts as nearby drivers brake, change lanes, or attempt to avoid the initial wreck. Damage to each vehicle, its final resting position, and electronic data may help establish the order in which the impacts occurred. Evidence That May Matter After a Multi-Vehicle I-10 Crash Potentially important evidence may include: Dash-camera footage Traffic and surveillance-camera video Crash-scene photographs and measurements Vehicle damage and points of impact Electronic vehicle data Witness statements Tire marks and roadway debris Cellphone records when legally relevant The investigating agency's crash report Identifying the first impact can be particularly important in a multi-vehicle collision because different drivers may have different accounts of how the wreck began. Injured in a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Texas? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious car and commercial vehicle crashes throughout Texas. If you were injured in a multi-vehicle wreck on I-10 or another Texas highway, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the collision, preserve available evidence, identify applicable insurance coverage, and determine which parties may bear responsibility. 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, roadway 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.

A major collision involving an 18-wheeler on northbound U.S. 75 at Melissa Road in Melissa caused traffic delays early Monday morning, October 19, 2026. The wreck was reported at approximately 5:30 a.m. and resulted in the closure of the two left northbound lanes while emergency crews responded. Additional information about the other vehicles involved and possible injuries has not yet been released. What Happened in the US 75 18-Wheeler Crash at Melissa Road? The collision occurred on northbound US 75 near Melissa Road and involved an 18-wheeler. At this time, it is not known how many total vehicles were involved or what caused the crash. With two left lanes blocked during the early morning commute, motorists traveling north through Collin County could encounter significant delays until the scene is cleared. Because this is a developing incident, no conclusions should be drawn about fault until investigators determine how the collision occurred. Evidence That May Matter After an 18-Wheeler Crash Commercial truck collisions can involve evidence that is not typically available in an ordinary passenger-vehicle wreck. Potentially important evidence may include: Electronic control module data Electronic logging-device records GPS and telematics information Dash-camera footage Driver qualification and training records Hours-of-service records Tractor and trailer inspection records Maintenance records Dispatch communications Crash-scene photographs and measurements Witness statements This evidence may help determine the truck’s speed, braking activity, lane position, and movements immediately before the collision. Why Trucking Evidence Should Be Preserved Quickly Electronic and company records can be important after a serious commercial truck wreck, but some information may be overwritten or become more difficult to obtain over time. An investigation may need to identify the trucking company, truck owner, trailer owner, driver’s employer, maintenance provider, and other entities connected to the commercial vehicle. Preserving the tractor, trailer, electronic data, onboard video, and company records can help establish how the wreck occurred and whether any safety issue contributed. Injured in an 18-Wheeler Wreck on US 75? The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured in serious 18-wheeler and commercial truck crashes throughout Collin County and North Texas. If you were injured in a truck wreck on US 75, Melissa Road, or another North Texas highway, The Wooley Law Firm can investigate the collision, identify potentially responsible parties, and work to preserve commercial trucking evidence. 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.