POLICE Department
Investigation into Fatal Crash at 5700 Katy Freeway
October 18, 2017 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 5700 Katy Freeway (West Interstate Highway 10) about 8:05 p.m. on Tuesday (October 17).
The identity of the male victim, 39, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant A. Vanderbull and Officer A. Sampson reported:
The victim was operating a green Suzuki Burgman scooter westbound on the Katy Freeway, failed to control his speed and struck the rear of a white Hummer H3, also traveling westbound on the freeway. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Hummer, who was determined not to be impaired, was questioned and released.
The investigation is continuing.
The identity of the male victim, 39, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant A. Vanderbull and Officer A. Sampson reported:
The victim was operating a green Suzuki Burgman scooter westbound on the Katy Freeway, failed to control his speed and struck the rear of a white Hummer H3, also traveling westbound on the freeway. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Hummer, who was determined not to be impaired, was questioned and released.
The investigation is continuing.
VHS/JFC 10-18-17
Inc. #131533917-Q
For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.
