Pedestrian struck by car, run over by SUV on North Freeway near Parramatta Lane

HOUSTON – A pedestrian was struck and killed in the northbound lanes of the North Freeway on Tuesday around 9 p.m., according to reports.

Deputies said a woman identified as Obdulia Vasqez was killed trying to cross the main lanes near Paramatta.

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Vasqez was hit by a car, then run over by an SUV. Deputies said the car and the SUV then collided, causing the SUV to catch fire.

It is unknown why Vasqez was crossing the freeway.

Police did not say if the car remained at the scene. 

There were no other injuries.