Driver killed in fiery crash after slamming into concrete pillar in W. Harris County, deputies say

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- A driver burned to death after crashing into a concrete pillar early Sunday in west Harris County, according to deputies.

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff's Office said the crash happened at about 2:30 a.m. on Westheimer Road near Addicks Clodine Road.

The victim, who was driving a white Mercedes, lost control before hitting a pillar, HCSO said.

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Police believe the man grabbed onto the car when it was stopped at a light and held on for a couple blocks before falling off. The driver likely never realized the man was hanging on, HPD said.

Officials said that's when the car burst into flames with the driver inside.

According to deputies, no one else was inside that vehicle.