HARRIS COUNTY, Texas - Authorities are investigating a major traffic incident that occurred on the Eastex Freeway on Friday evening. According to a report from the Citizen App, a white Kia Sportage was found abandoned at the scene of a crash at approximately 6:12 PM.
The incident, which took place at 22500 Eastex Fwy, is expected to cause significant delays for motorists in the area. Drivers are advised to avoid the vicinity and seek alternate routes if possible.
This is a developing story, and further details about the cause of the crash and any potential injuries are not yet known. Motorists should expect delays in the area as authorities continue to investigate the incident.
In the 30 days before this crash, 2 incidents had already been recorded at this location.
24 more crashes have been documented at this location since this incident. Major-severity incidents accounted for 15 of the total.
Some of those crashes hit in close succession.
Combined, those numbers put the location among the most active in the county.
Through May 07, 2026.
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