A fatal traffic collision brought rush-hour traffic to a standstill at the intersection of West 43rd Street and Antoine Drive in Houston at 5:12 p.m. Wednesday evening. Houston Police Department units responded to the scene, where at least one person was killed in the crash. The exact circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation by HPD.
The incident occurred during peak commute hours, creating significant backups across the area. Drivers heading eastbound on W 43rd Street faced major delays, with congestion backing up toward TC Jester Boulevard and beyond. Commuters looking to avoid the tie-up could divert to nearby surface streets like North Shepherd Drive or use the northbound lanes of the Eastex Freeway (US-59) as an alternate route. Those traveling west had better passage but should expect residual delays as emergency crews worked the scene.
The W 43rd and Antoine intersection sits in a busy part of northeast Houston, serving as a major east-west corridor through the area. This stretch of 43rd sees heavy afternoon traffic from commuters heading home from downtown and the medical center, mixed with local commercial traffic. The intersection connects neighborhoods including Settegast and Greens Bayou, and the road feeds directly into multiple residential and commercial zones.
The collision blocked multiple lanes at the intersection as emergency responders worked the scene. Houston PD has not yet released details on whether all lanes have reopened or if continued restrictions remain in effect. Drivers heading through the area should be prepared for potential delays and follow directions from law enforcement on scene.
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