Deadly I-10 Eastbound Crash at Taylor: Tesla Driver Charged with Intoxication Manslaughter

Fatal Collision on Katy Freeway

• 💥 A deadly crash occurred just after 1:00 a.m. on the Katy Freeway eastbound near Taylor Street.
• 🚗 Investigators state a Tesla driver rear-ended a Nissan sedan at high speed, causing the Nissan to catch fire.
• 💔 Tragically, the two occupants of the Nissan sedan died as a result of the collision.

Legal Consequences and Investigation

• ⚖️ The driver of the Tesla is facing charges of two counts of intoxication manslaughter.
• 📍 The crash happened near a major construction project, complicating the scene.

Traffic Impact and Alternate Routes

• 🚧 I-10 eastbound at Taylor Street remains shut down due to the ongoing investigation and cleanup.
• 🗺️ Recommended alternate routes include Memorial Drive, Washington, or U.S. 610 to U.S. 59.
• ➡️ Drivers are advised to detour as soon as possible to avoid the immediate crash site and potential backups.
• ⚠️ Taking earlier exits, such as Shepard, or utilizing side streets like Heights Yale, can help bypass significant traffic congestion.