1 dead after multi-vehicle crash on Independence Parkway
One person is dead following a multi-vehicle crash on Independence Parkway South, authorities say. Traffic is being diverted.

One person has died following a major multi-vehicle crash on Independence Parkway South.
Harris County deputies responded to the scene in the 1900 block of Independence Parkway S. Officials confirmed one fatality on site.
Traffic from Beltway 8 (225) and the ferry route is being turned around.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez shared updates on X as authorities work to clear the scene.
Drivers are urged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.