POLICE Department
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 4000 South Loop West
January 15, 2016 - Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred at 4000 South Loop West (South Interstate Highway 610 West) about 6:30 a.m. today (Jan. 15).
The male pedestrian, 56, was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L. Ross and Officer D. Henley reported:
The driver of an unknown vehicle, traveling eastbound at the above address, exited the freeway and struck the victim who was in the roadway. The driver then fled the scene. A second motorist, driving a silver Nissan Rogue, also exited the freeway and struck the victim who was now lying in the roadway. The driver of the Nissan remained at the scene and was questioned and released.
Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4065 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
KJS/JKS 1-15-16
Inc. #006124116-B
For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.
