Fatalities Reported in Crash Scene Along I-49 Near Texarkana

Arkansas State Police have blocked the north and southbound lanes along a part of I-49 in Miller County while they investigate a crash scene involving multiple vehicles. Initial reports indicate there is an unconfirmed number of fatalities and personal injuries involving individuals found at the crash scene.

The crash happened shortly after midnight and is located about nine miles south of Texarkana. Traffic is being re-routed near Fouke onto Highway 71. The detour around the crash scene is expected to be active for several hours.