Beer cans spilled on roadway in fatal 18-wheeler crash on North Fwy
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Crews continued to clean up after a fatal 18-wheeler crash along the North Freeway Wednesday morning, and it could be hours before the job is finished.
According to Harris County deputies, the 18-wheeler was headed southbound on I-45 north near Richey Road when it suddenly left the roadway.
The driver crashed into a road sign and a tree. Authorities say the impact sheared open the tractor portion of the 18-wheeler, spilling out empty Bud Light beer cans.
At the time of the crash, authorities say the driver was not wearing a seatbelt and was thrown from the cab.
A witness at the scene told authorities he heard a portion of the crash before the 18-wheeler went off the road.
It's unclear if that sound was a tire or malfunction.
