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Tow Truck Hits Disabled Car on Houston’s Southwest Freeway, Killing Driver

HPD says the wrecker operator is cooperating during an active investigation.

Overview

  • Police say a black Mazda that was disabled in a southbound lane was struck by a wrecker around 2 a.m. Saturday.
  • The collision occurred on the Southwest Freeway near the Westpark Drive and Fountain View area, according to initial reports.
  • The Mazda’s driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and the victim’s name has not yet been released.
  • Investigators report the tow truck driver was not injured, remained at the scene, and has not been charged at this stage.
  • Southbound lanes were closed for several hours for the investigation and later reopened.