Female bicyclist hit and killed by a dump truck near Rice University

HOUSTON (FOX 26) - Houston police officers are investigating a fatal crash near Rice University.

It happened around the intersection of Main at Sunset Blvd.

Police say a female bicyclist was struck by a dump truck about 11:55 a.m. Tuesday morning.

Investigators are on the scene.

You are asked to avoid the area, if possible.

This story is developing and will be updated accordingly.