Crushed vehicle lying across northbound lanes with emergency lights glowing on asphalt

Northbound US 75 Lanes Shut After Fatal Crash at I-635 Junction

At a Glance

  • Fatal crash on US 75 at I-635 forces northbound lanes to close.
  • One person died; traffic rerouted onto I-635 east/west.
  • Incident reported at 5:29 a.m. by Dallas Police.
  • Why it matters: Drivers on US 75 and I-635 need to adjust routes and stay updated.

In the early morning of December 31, 2025, a fatal crash on US 75 at the I-635 junction in Dallas shut down all northbound lanes, forcing traffic onto I-635 east or west. Dallas Police responded at 5:29 a.m., and a TxDOT incident report confirmed the closure while an investigation into the death continues.

Crash Details

Closed northbound lane on US 75 shows barricades and caution tape with TxDOT logo and I-635 junction in background.

Dallas Police arrived at the scene at 5:29 a.m., finding a person lying dead in the roadway. TxDOT cameras captured officials responding, but the number of vehicles involved and extent of injuries remain unknown.

  • Crash time: 5:29 a.m.
  • One fatality confirmed
  • Northbound lanes of US 75 closed
  • Traffic diverted onto I-635 east or west

Current Status

The TxDOT incident report indicates that all northbound lanes remain shut until further notice. Drivers are urged to use alternate routes and check for updates as the investigation proceeds.

Key Takeaways

  • Northbound US 75 lanes remain closed after fatal crash.
  • One fatality; traffic rerouted onto I-635 east/west.
  • Investigation ongoing; motorists should seek alternate routes.

With the investigation ongoing, motorists should stay alert for traffic updates and plan alternative routes.

Author

  • Natalie A. Brooks covers housing, development, and neighborhood change for News of Fort Worth, reporting from planning meetings to living rooms across the city. A former urban planning student, she’s known for deeply reported stories on displacement, zoning, and how growth reshapes Fort Worth communities.

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