2 dead after wrong-way driver crashes on HWY 225

PASADENA, Texas (KTRK) -- All westbound lanes are closed as authorities are investigating a major accident on Highway 225 at Bearle Street in Pasadena that left 2 dead.

Police believe the accident was caused by a wrong-way driver headed eastbound in the westbound lanes of the highway.

The two drivers of the separate vehicles both died on scene.

Investigators are clearing the scene as they begin searching for the cause of the accident.