Texas police discover millions in liquid meth following fatal minivan collision

Authorities in Fort Worth, Texas, have launched a major investigation after discovering nearly 500 lbs of liquid methamphetamine inside a minivan following a fatal collision.

Police and fire officials responded to the accident on Thursday at approximately 11:28am, in which a vehicle struck a stationary car before coming to a halt.

Upon arrival, first responders discovered two adult males inside the van; both were pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services.

The investigation took a dramatic turn when Fort Worth Fire Department personnel identified ten white plastic buckets containing a mysterious purple substance.

Due to the "very strong" fumes emitting from the containers, hazmat teams and narcotics officers were summoned to secure the area.

Preliminary testing indicated the presence of liquid methamphetamine, with a total weight of approximately 480 lbs.

Law enforcement officials estimate the potential street value of the haul to be between £800,000 and £2.4 million.

One firefighter required hospital treatment following exposure to the hazardous fumes, but is reported to be in good condition.

The Federal Drug Enforcement Agency’s Clandestine Lab was called to the scene to safely collect and dispose of the materials.

While the Tarrant County Medical Examiner is yet to formally identify the deceased men, police spokesperson Buddy Calzada noted that the situation could have been far worse had the vehicle crashed into a residential property.

Investigations continue into the origin of the narcotics and the circumstances surrounding the initial collision.