Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 12100 North Freeway (North Interstate Highway 45) about 5:10 p.m. on Thursday (April 5).

The male victim, 48, was transported to Houston Northwest Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. His identity is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
 
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant P. Lee and Officer C. Cisneros reported:

The driver of a gray Kia Soul was traveling at a high rate of speed northbound at the above address when he struck the rear of a silver Scion.  The Scion then struck a white Toyota Camry that in turn struck a white Ford Edge.

The driver of the Scion (victim) was transported to an area hospital.  The driver of the Kia suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene.  The other drivers were not injured.

The driver of the Kia was examined by officers with the HPD DWI Task Force and showed no signs of intoxication.

At this time, there are no charges in this incident.  The investigation is continuing.