April 19, 2021 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 3000 East Freeway (East Interstate Highway 10) about 3:50 a.m. today.

The identity of the male victim is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Rose and Officer V. Ramos reported:

The victim was driving an 18-wheeler loaded with dry cement westbound on the East Freeway when he took the exit ramp to enter the Eastex Freeway (U.S. Highway 59 North).  On the elevated ramp, the victim failed to drive in a single lane and struck the concrete barrier.  Both the tractor and trailer overturned and the tractor caught fire.  The victim was found deceased inside the cab.  

The investigation is continuing.