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1 killed in 18-wheeler crash on W. Sam Houston Tollway SB near Westheimer: Pct 5; all lanes reopened
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk KTRK , as published by ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· July 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The collision with the barrier wall was followed by a more severe impact with the 18-wheeler, resulting in a fire.
A fatal accident occurred on the West Beltway southbound near Westheimer, involving a Corvette and an 18-wheeler. The Corvette was traveling at a high speed before losing control and hitting the barrier wall. The collision with the barrier wall was followed by a more severe impact with the 18-wheeler, resulting in a fire.
Details of the incident are available from Pct. 5, who reported on the crash. Further information on the accident can be found through local news sources, including ABC13 Houston.
The incident has resulted in the shutdown of the West Beltway southbound.
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Category: safety Published: July 28, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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