Fatal Freeway Incident: Woman Struck and Killed on East Freeway After Exiting Vehicle

Freeway Incident Overview

• 📌 Houston Police Department is investigating a fatal incident on the East Freeway at the 13500 block of East I-10.
• 🚨 The incident occurred around 11:36 AM when a report was received about an individual struck by a vehicle in the moving lanes.

Circumstances of the Incident

• 🚗 The victim was traveling with family when a disturbance occurred inside the vehicle.
• 💨 The victim asked to exit the car for fresh air, and the driver pulled over to the left shoulder.
• 🚶‍♀️ The victim stepped out from the rear of the vehicle into a moving lane of traffic and was subsequently struck.

Investigation Details

• 🛑 The striking vehicle remained at the scene.
• ⚖️ Investigators are currently assessing potential signs of intoxication, with the DWI division involved.
• 🔍 Further details are still being gathered to fully understand the events leading up to the collision.