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PARADISE, Wise County, Texas, Nov. 7, 2026 — One person was trapped and unconscious on Friday, November 6, after a crash at the intersection of Highway 114 and FM 51 in Wise County. Multiple agencies responded to free the person from the vehicle.
The crash happened at the Highway 114 and FM 51 junction. One occupant was reportedly pinned inside a vehicle and unresponsive as crews worked to free them. Extrication was underway at the time of the report.
Emergency crews from multiple agencies were dispatched to handle the extrication and treat the injured occupant. The extent and nature of the injuries have not been released. It is not yet known whether the person was transported to a hospital or what their condition was afterward.
The cause of the crash has not been confirmed. No information about other vehicles, drivers, or possible contributing factors such as speed has been released. Drivers were urged to avoid the area while crews worked the scene.
We hope those who were hurt recover fully and quickly.
Intersection Crashes in Texas
This crash happened at Highway 114 and FM 51 in Paradise, TX. Our Texas intersections page covers intersection crashes across Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
What typically causes a multi-vehicle pile-up?
Pile-ups usually start when one vehicle slows suddenly or collides, and vehicles behind it cannot stop in time, especially in heavy traffic, poor visibility, or at high speed.
Why does one crash turn into a chain reaction?
Following too closely and limited reaction time are common factors. Once the first impact happens, following drivers frequently lack the space or time to avoid colliding as well.
What should I do if I come up on a crash scene on the highway?
Slow down well before reaching the scene, turn on hazard lights to warn drivers behind you, and watch for emergency crews and people who may be outside their vehicles.
What are common injuries when someone is trapped in a vehicle?
Entrapment crashes frequently involve head, chest, and leg injuries, since the occupant cannot move and may be pinned by a deformed vehicle frame until crews complete extrication.
