HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Authorities say a deadly crash involving a pedestrian shut down a portion of the North Freeway on Wednesday morning.
Houston TranStar said it happened at about 6:13 a.m. along I-45 North Freeway northbound at Airline Drive.
Traffic alert: IH-45 North Fwy northbound, after Airline, there is an auto-pedestrian fatality accident. All lanes are closed at this time and traffic is backed up. First responders are on scene. Find an alternate route expect delays . @HCSOTexas @SheriffEd_HCSO… pic.twitter.com/qB5EJhW7sy
— Terry Garza, LT (@HCSO_TerryGarza) March 18, 2026
Lt. Terry Garza said the fatal crash involved a pedestrian, but it’s unclear how the incident unfolded.
Drivers are being urged to expect delays and find an alternate route.
This story comes from our news partner ABC13 Houston.