18-wheeler crash closes Katy Freeway outbound exit ramp at Pederson Road, images show

KATY, Texas (KTRK) -- A crash involving an 18-wheeler on the Katy Freeway has shut down the outbound exit ramp at Pderson Road in Katy on Friday morning, images show.

ABC13 crews at the scene said a Toyota Corolla appears to have rear-ended a flatbed 18-wheeler. Houston TranStar reported the incident at about 5:30 a.m., describing it as a "heavy truck accident" involving two vehicles.

Officials have not yet revealed details about the incident, including whether anyone was injured in the crash.

Eyewitness News gathered images of the crash's aftermath on the Katy Freeway, including emergency crews investigating the incident and working ot clear the scene.

Houston TranStar cameras also captured images of the scene, as well as the traffic delays caused by the blocked exit ramp.

This is a developing story. Eyewitness News is continuing to gather facts.

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