Batesville, AR – A four-vehicle crash involving semi-trucks occurred on Interstate 40 eastbound near mile marker 207 near Biscoe on Thursday, July 24, 2025, resulting in at least one fatality. The incident was reported by Arkansas State Police Troop D at approximately 4:45 p.m. The location is approximately 90 miles south of Batesville. As of 2:33 PM CDT, Saturday, July 26, 2025, additional details are not available.
The crash involved two vehicles that caught fire due to an explosion. All lanes were closed, and traffic was diverted to Highways 70 and 64 to allow emergency responders access. The cause of the crash has not been determined, and an investigation is in progress. Posts found on X indicate a fatality and lane closures, but no official report has been released.
The closure affected travel between Little Rock and Memphis. Lanes have since reopened, though the duration of the disruption is not specified. The Arkansas State Police will provide further updates as the investigation continues. The Batesville Tribune will report additional information as it becomes available.
