Fatality crash blocks several northbound lanes of US 59 at Crabb River Road in Fort Bend County

FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas – Several northbound lanes of US 59 are blocked due to a fatality crash in Fort Bend County.

The Richmond Police Department said officers and deputies with the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office are at the scene near Crabb River Road.

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The crash involves an 18-wheeler and a SUV.

Three right lanes as well as the exit to Crabb River Road are currently blocked.

Prepare for delays or seek an alternate route if possible.