December 13, 2021 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 7500 Northline Drive about 12:20 p.m. last Friday (December 10).

The identity of the male victim, 65, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant G. Lopez and Officer J. Wu reported:

The driver of a red Freightliner truck was traveling southbound on Northline Drive and turned west onto East Little York.  At the same time, a cyclist (victim) was traveling eastbound on East Little York Road and turned south in an attempt to cross East Little York.  The Freightliner struck the victim.  Paramedics pronounced the victim deceased at the scene. 

The driver of the Freightliner remained at the scene, was questioned and released.  He consented to a blood draw and did not show signs of intoxication.  

At this time, the investigation is continuing to determine who had the right-of-way at the time of the crash.