A fatal crash has closed the westbound lanes of the Sam Houston Tollway in southwest Harris County, authorities said on Saturday, September 12.
The collision happened near US 59, shortly beyond West Airport Boulevard. Police and other emergency crews were at the scene while the incident was dealt with.
Details about the crash, including the number of vehicles involved and the identity of the person who died, had not been released. The circumstances leading to the collision were also unclear.
There was no estimate for when the westbound lanes would reopen. The closure was expected to cause disruption for drivers travelling through the area.
