Driver killed after losing control of vehicle on Gulf Freeway, police say

HOUSTON – Police are investigating a deadly crash that caused the closure of multiple lanes on the Gulf Freeway Tuesday.

The crash happened around 4:45 a.m. on Gulf Freeway and Scarsdale.

According to officers, the crash involved one vehicle. Officers said the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to flip upside down. The passenger of the vehicle, who police said was not injured in the crash, helped the driver get out of the car. The driver reportedly died at the scene, officers said.

Right now, police are trying to determine if alcohol or speed were factors in the crash.

Drivers were urged to find an alternate route as there were delays in the area.


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