I-35W back open in Fort Worth after deadly crash closes all lanes in both directions for hours

A major crash forced police to close I-35W in Fort Worth on Friday morning, leading to miles of backed-up traffic.

According to Fort Worth police, a collision happened on I-35W near Felix Street, south of downtown, around 2:30 a.m. Another driver stopped and got out of their vehicle to help, but was struck and killed.

The Tarrant County Medical Examiner identified the Good Samaritan as 18-year-old Ahmed Habib Fadi Dwabe.

One person involved in the initial crash was taken to a hospital.

Authorities closed both directions of I-35W between Seminary Drive and I-20. As of 6:30 a.m., all northbound lanes had reopened, along with one southbound lane.

TxDOT sent alerts about the closure to phones in the area.

On Monday, Sept. 21, Fort Worth Police announced the arrest of 27-year-old Sergio Escorza in the case. He is charged with intoxication manslaughter with a vehicle.

CBS News Texas will provide updates as more information becomes available.