Traffic across southern Tarrant County snarled today after a fatal crash shut down both directions of FM 1187 between Ben Day Murrin Road and Mustang Creek Drive near Benbrook. Officials urged drivers to avoid the area while crews worked the scene, and as of this afternoon, authorities had not released any information about the victims or what caused the wreck.
In a traffic alert posted on X, the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office said both directions of Highway 1187 were closed between Ben Day Murrin Road and Mustang Creek Drive because of “a fatality accident” and asked motorists to “please seek an alternative route at this time.”
TRAFFIC ALERT:
— Tarrant County SO (@tarrantcountyso) June 16, 2026
Both directions of HWY 1187 are shut down between Ben Day Murrin and Mustang Creek Dr. for a fatality accident. Please seek an alternative route at this time. pic.twitter.com/JNV8SzLMxU
Where FM 1187 Runs and Why This Closure Matters
FM 1187 is a roughly 34-mile farm-to-market road that runs east to west through southern Tarrant County, linking Aledo, Benbrook, Crowley, and Mansfield, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. Because the route intersects major arteries such as US 377 and I-35W, any closure on this stretch can quickly spill traffic onto those highways and surrounding surface streets, stretching commute times across the area.
Where to Get Updates and How to Steer Clear
Drivers looking to dodge the gridlock can check the region's live-traffic map at 511DFW or dial 511 for current conditions and detours. For official updates and any follow-up statements, keep an eye on the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office press releases page and the agency's social channels.
Authorities have not released additional information about the crash scene or any victims. Hoodline is monitoring law enforcement statements and will update this story as more details are made available.
