A fatal auto-pedestrian crash occurred on North Freeway, also known as North Interstate Highway 45, at approximately 4800 North Freeway. The incident happened early Saturday morning. The crash involved a pedestrian and a white Freightliner 18 wheeler.

The driver of the 18 wheeler, a 51-year-old male, called 911 after the incident and was later questioned and released. Further details about the crash, including the identity of the deceased, are pending and available from the City of Houston. The Houston police are continuing their investigation into the incident.