Texas

Multiple People Injured in Accident at US 81 in Fort Worth, TX

Date of Accident
November 15, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 81, Fort Worth, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a multi-vehicle crash that injured several people at US 81 in Fort Worth, TX on November 15th, 2023. Police believe it happened around 11:44 p.m. According to investigators, a Hino van headed northbound on North South Freeway is alleged to have suffered brake failure or failed to yield before colliding with the rear of another vehicle. This created a chain-reaction style crash involving several other vehicles. Authorities say as many as five people were injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Van, Ford Transit Van, Ford F-150, Volkswagen Jetta, Mercedes-Benz GLK, Tractor-trailer, Toyota Corolla
Road/Highway
US 81
Injuries Sustained

Various injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Multiple vehicles were involved in a collision

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