18-wheeler crash on I-30 causes fatalities Monday morning

An 18-wheeler crashed into three cars on I-30 Eastbound at 8:27 a.m. in Royse City.

One of the cars caught fire and was engulfed in flames when first responders arrived. The 18-wheeler was traveling westbound and crossed over onto the eastbound side when it ran into the cars.

I-30 was partially closed between FM35 and FM2642 while the collision investigation and clean-up happened. Crews were able to clear roads by 3:15 p.m. on Monday.

There were two fatalities in the car that caught fire and the identity of the passengers is unknown according to officials. Three other people were injured officials said.

The accident is under investigation by the Royse City Police Department Traffic Collision Unit and the Texas Department of Public Safety and Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office are assisting with the investigation.