A tragic accident took place on the Eastex Freeway earlier today, claiming the life of one individual. According to a post by the Houston Police on X, their vehicle crimes investigators are currently investigating the scene of the crash located in the 17000 block of the Eastex Fwy. The inbound service road near Will Clayton Parkway was where the accident occurred around 12:50 p.m., involving a single vehicle that struck a tree.
Our vehicle crimes investigators are en route to a fatal crash in 17000 block of the Eastex Fwy. (59 North) inbound service road near Will Clayton Pkwy.
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) July 2, 2024
Prelim info is a vehicle struck a tree about 12:50 pm. One person is deceased. Please avoid the area.#houtraffic #hounews
Details are presently few as the investigation is ongoing, but initial information indicates that the collision led to at least one fatality. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the person who deceased, still en route were the investigators to the crash site when the news broke.
The police have advised the public to avoid the area to ensure a clear path for emergency services and investigators, as well as to prevent further traffic complications.
