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Portion of I-35W in Fort Worth reopen after fatal crash

A portion of northbound I-35W in Fort Worth was shut down Friday morning as investigators cleared the scene of a fatal crash.

Officers responded to the crash at 8:45 a.m. Friday in the area of southbound I-35W and W. Risinger Road, according to the Fort Worth Police Department.

FWPD said multiple people were injured and one person was trapped in a vehicle. The victims were taken to a local hospital, where one died. FWPD did not say the condition of the other victims.

When CBS News Texas Chopper was at the scene, one vehicle was seen pinned against a median barrier by a pickup truck.

At around 10 a.m., I-35W was backed up for several miles. Traffic was being diverted at Risinger Road. By noon, the highway reopened.

This story is developing. Check back for updates. 

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