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TxDOT, police set to close I-27 northbound lanes for crash investigation

Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Danielle Salazar, as published by EverythingLubbock Local · July 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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A serious crash occurred on I-27, resulting in fatalities and injuries. The incident happened on Thursday evening and involved a driver traveling in the wrong direction. Further details about the crash are available from local news sources.

Authorities have announced plans to close lanes for an investigation. Lane closures are expected on I-27 as part of the investigation into the crash. Local residents can find more information about the incident and its aftermath from news reports.

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Category: safety · Published: July 29, 2026 · Source: EverythingLubbock Local · Reading time: 1 min

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