December 26, 2023 - Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 8900 Wheatley Street about 6:30 a.m. on Sunday (December 24).

The identity of the deceased male, 57, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant K. Harris and Officer J. Leon reported:

The male was driving a red Toyota Avalon at a high rate of speed northbound at the above address when he failed to maintain a single lane and left the roadway. The vehicle struck several small trees, a utility pole and a parked flatbed tractor-trailer bed. The Toyota then rolled several times and caught fire. The male was pronounced deceased at the scene.

No other vehicles or persons were involved in this crash.

The investigation is continuing.