POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7100 Gulf Freeway

November 26, 2018 - Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred at 7100 Gulf Freeway about 9:05 p.m. on Friday (November 23).

The male victim was pronounced dead at the scene.  His identity is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Rodriguez and Officer K. Hines reported:

The victim was crossing the northbound lanes of the freeway on foot when he was struck by an unknown vehicle.  The unidentified driver of the vehicle fled the scene.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.





KJS/VHS  11-26-18
Inc. #1418177118-X

For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.