Driver loses control in deadly crash

HOUSTON – The driver of a Dodge Viper died in a crash after losing control of the vehicle Sunday.

The scene happened around 12:45 a.m. on Cunningham Road and West Little York Road.

Investigators said the driver of the Viper was speeding, lost control and began to skid.

The vehicle rammed through a wooden telephone pole, splitting it in half, and then flipped over, officials said.

The driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities said the passenger was transported to Memorial Hermann Hospital in serious but stable condition.

Deputies were investigating if racing was a possible cause and if another vehicle was possibly involved.