Major crash causes traffic backup on Highway 361 near Port Aransas

The backup is between Cinnamon Shore and Access Road 1A on Mustang Island as emergency crews continue working the scene.

PORT ARANSAS, Texas — A developing story tonight for drivers heading to or from Port Aransas.

Traffic is backed up along Highway 361 on Mustang Island after a major crash reported shortly before 8 p.m. Texas Department of Transportation cameras show long lines of vehicles in the area and emergency lights.

The backup is between Cinnamon Shore and Access Road 1A as emergency crews continue working the scene. Port Aransas police have not released full details about the crash, and the extent of any injuries is still unknown.

However, the Texas Department of Public Safety confirms the driver believed to have caused the crash was arrested for DWI.

Drivers in the area should expect delays while crews clear the scene.

This is a developing story.