HOUSTON – Traffic is now moving and the scene has cleared.
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The westbound lanes of the Katy Freeway have been shut down at Beltway 8 after a pedestrian was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler.
Houston Transtar cameras show police at the scene and traffic backed up as they work to investigate.
HPD is investigating a fatal crash involving an 18-wheeler, on the westbound/outbound lanes of the Katy Freeway @ Beltway 8. All main lanes are closed. pic.twitter.com/Lds3WcqSrR
— Ed Gonzalez (@SheriffEd_HCSO) October 1, 2025
All lanes are currently closed. Avoid the area and seek an alternate route.