Houston Police Department
Fatal Traffic Accident at 7800 North Freeway

November 25, 2013 - Houston police are investigating a fatal traffic accident at 7800 North Freeway (Interstate Highway 45 North) about 2:30 a.m. on Sunday (Nov. 24).

The identity of the deceased male victim is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant T. Trometer and Officer J. Morales reported:

The victim was operating a black Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound on the North Freeway when he lost control of the bike.  Two vehicles struck the motorcyclist, who died at the scene.  One driver stopped and was questioned, but the driver of the second vehicle left the scene.

Anyone with further information on the other vehicle or its driver is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4065.



JFC/VHS    11-25-13
Inc #147082413-R


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