Man Killed in Houston Two-Vehicle Crash on East Freeway (IH-10)

Houston, Texas – A man in his 30s was killed Friday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.

The fatal crash happened around 9:05 a.m., May 31, on the East Freeway (East Interstate Highway 10).

Police said the man was driving a white Nissan Maxima westbound behind a blue Volvo tractor-trailer truck. The Nissan failed to maintain its lane, spun out of control, and rear-ended the 18-wheeler.

The man was taken to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he later died. His name has not been released.

The driver of the 18-wheeler remained at the scene, was questioned and released.

The police are investigating the crash.

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