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18-Wheeler Falls From Overpass on SH 130, Driver Killed

An active Texas DPS investigation has shut all southbound lanes, with crews warning the highway may remain closed for hours.

Overview

  • A two-vehicle crash at the SH 130 overpass near Chandler Road sent a truck-tractor off the overpass and onto southbound SH 130, and authorities confirmed a fatality at the scene.
  • Texas Department of Public Safety troopers are leading the investigation with support from the Williamson County Sheriff's Office and Round Rock police who secured the scene.
  • All southbound lanes of SH 130 at Chandler Road remain closed and eastbound traffic is being diverted, with drivers urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes.
  • The semi-truck driver was pronounced dead on scene and occupants of the other vehicle, an Audi SUV including two children, were taken to a local hospital for treatment.
  • Officials have not released a cause or identities and they urged motorists to slow down, move over for first responders, and expect prolonged closures while crews clear the wreckage.