A motorcycle crash in North Fort Worth on December 1 injured 17 people, including four who are critically injured, according to MedStar.
The incident occurred at 8:45 p.m. in the southbound lanes of I-35W near Heritage Trace, involving approximately 15 motorcycles, several of which caught fire. Emergency responders from the Fort Worth Fire Department, Fort Worth Police, and MedStar arrived to find multiple patients, ranging from critical to minor injuries, scattered on the roadway.
MedStar dispatched 10 ambulances to the scene. Authorities said 14 individuals were transported to local hospitals, while three received treatment on-site. Of the injured, MedStar confirmed that four are in critical condition, six in serious condition, and seven have minor injuries.
Fort Worth Police Lt. Amy Rodriguez reported that a chain reaction accident was triggered when the lead motorcycle experienced a blowout. The official cause of the crash is currently under investigation.
The Fort Worth Fire Department expressed condolences, stating, “We extend our thoughts and prayers to all those injured and their families during this difficult time.” Additional details will be provided as they become available.