Fatal Crash on MLK Blvd at Van Fleet St; HPD Urges Public to Avoid Area

HOUSTON, TX, Sept. 7, 2023 – At around 10:20 a.m., a fatal crash transpired in the 7500 block of MLK Blvd at Van Fleet St. Houston Police Department (HPD) confirmed that one individual has died as a result of the incident.

As of now, HPD commanders along with the Public Information Officer (PIO) are en route to the scene to assess the situation and to gather more details regarding the fatal crash.

HPD has issued a warning to the public to avoid the area while emergency services and investigators work at the scene. Further information regarding the crash will be disseminated at the scene. The public is urged to find alternate routes and to exercise caution in the vicinity.

As this is a developing story, updates will follow as new details become available.