RICHARDSON, Texas — A deadly four-vehicle crash shut down southbound U.S. 75 through Richardson early Friday morning, police said.
The crash was reported around 1 a.m. near Renner Road, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Richardson police confirmed the crash was a fatality and that all southbound lanes were shut down as a result.
Officials confirmed the one death, but more information on other people who might have been injured was not released yet.
The lanes were still shut down at 5 a.m. heading into the morning rush hour.
Southbound 75 traffic was being diverted to President George Bush Turnpike.
At least four vehicles were involved in the crash, but more information about how the crash happened was not yet available. At least two of the vehicles were showing extensive damage at the early Friday.
This is a developing story. Check back for more details.