Early this morning, a fatal crash near the Interstate 635 interchange forced officials to close all northbound lanes of U.S. Highway 75 for several hours. Northbound US 75 shut down after accident today.

The closure brought traffic to a halt and caused major delays along one of North Texas’ busiest commuter routes while investigators tried to determine what caused the crash.

Officials said the crash happened just before dawn at the High Five interchange, a busy spot where several highways meet. Early reports show that at least two vehicles were involved, but authorities have not shared details about how the crash happened.

First responders arrived quickly, but one person died at the scene. Their name has not been released yet, as the family is still being notified.

Dallas police and the Texas Department of Public Safety immediately shut down all northbound lanes of US 75 just south of I‑635 to allow crash reconstruction teams to conduct a full investigation.

Traffic was diverted onto frontage roads and alternate routes, creating mile-long backups. Commuters traveling from Dallas to Richardson, Plano, and other northern suburbs experienced delays that lasted well into the late morning.

Drivers caught in the traffic described the scene as chaotic. Emergency vehicles lined the road, and officers guided cars through tight detours.

Some people said it took over an hour to move just one mile. Others had to take neighborhood streets, which were already crowded from the extra traffic.

Transportation officials asked drivers to stay away from the area until the highway was cleared. Signs along the road warned of the closure, and navigation apps began sending drivers to alternative routes, such as the Dallas North Tollway and Central Expressway frontage roads.

Still, the closure caused delays on several major roads.

Crash investigators spent hours at the scene, taking measurements and examining vehicle debris to determine what happened.

They often use skid marks, impact points, and where the vehicles ended up to piece together the events leading up to a fatal crash. When crashes are complex, especially at high speeds or involving multiple vehicles, the investigation can take a long time.

By late morning, tow trucks began removing the damaged vehicles, and cleanup crews cleared debris from the road.

The northbound lanes of US 75 reopened incrementally, but some delays persisted as traffic slowly returned to normal.

Local officials reminded drivers to be patient and careful on major highways, especially in busy areas like the one where the crash occurred.

The US 75 and I-635 interchange is one of the busiest spots in the region, with hundreds of thousands of cars passing through it every day.

Even small accidents can cause big delays, and serious crashes often mean the road has to stay closed longer to keep everyone safe.

This fatal crash is a reminder of the dangers of driving fast on busy city highways. Authorities have not yet shared if weather, driver impairment, or mechanical problems played a role.

The investigation is still underway, and officials will share more information as they learn more.

Right now, the community is mourning the loss and waiting for answers. As North Texas grows and traffic gets heavier, transportation officials urge everyone to stay alert and follow safe driving habits.

Even a brief distraction can have serious consequences on busy roads like US 75.

by: Staff