Tanker truck involved in fatal accident on Westpark Tollway

A fatal crash involving a tanker truck on the Westpark Tollway near Highway 6 has left at least one person dead.

Deputies with Constable Terry Albritton’s Office are investigating the incident which happened on the westbound side of the highway.

It’s unclear how many vehicles were involved or how many people were killed.

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No further details have been released.

Drivers are urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.