Traffic Incident at 9900 North Freeway December 31, 2007 - Charges are pending against a motorist involved in a fatal traffic accident in the 9900 block of the North Freeway (Interstate 45 North) service road about 3:10 a.m. today (December 31). Micaela Elizabeth Liem (w/f, DOB: 10-26-70) was arrested at the scene after officers responding to the scene detected a strong odor of alcohol on her breath. A mandatory blood draw and test were performed at an area hospital. The male victim was transported to Ben Taub General Hospital, where he later died. His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Medical Examiner’s office. HPD Mobility Incident Management Division Sergeant R.C. Gonzales and Officer J. Lin reported: The victim, a taxi cab driver, was traveling south on the North Freeway service road and stopped to check on a motorist involved in a one-car accident. The victim was walking around the scene of the accident when a gray Honda CRV, driven by Ms. Liem, struck him. The motorist involved in the original accident was not injured. The investigation is continuing. VHS/JFC 12-31-07 For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200. |