One Dead In Suspected DUI Crash On Westheimer

At approximately 2:00 a.m. on May 1, 2026, officers responded to a fatal traffic collision near Westheimer Road and Kirkwood Road in Houston.

Investigators say one vehicle was preparing to turn when it was rear-ended by another sedan.

The impact resulted in a fatality.

Authorities are investigating whether alcohol may have been a contributing factor, with a DWI unit responding to assist in the investigation.

The circumstances leading up to the crash remain under investigation.